Oliver Sacks: His Own Life

8.2/10 · 52 votesApr 9, 202190 min

Ranked #3 of 10 in Season 35•+0.5 vs season avg

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The life and work of neurologist and storyteller Oliver Sacks, including personal details about his battles with drug addiction and homophobia.

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How It Feels to Be Free

E2 7.6

Flannery

E3 6.3

Twyla Moves

E4 7.8

Never Too Late: The Doc Severinsen Story

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Oliver Sacks: His Own Life

E6 8.4

Amy Tan: Unintended Memoir

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Ballerina Boys

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Becoming Helen Keller

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Episode Summary

"Oliver Sacks: His Own Life" is episode 5 of American Masters season 35. It scored 8.2/10 from 52 votes, ranking #3 of 10 episodes this season (season average 7.7). It aired on April 9, 2021.

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