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The Best Episodes of American Masters Season 37

Every episode of American Masters Season 37 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Masters Season 37!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    American Masters Season 37 Episode 1 - Roberta Flack
    7.8/10(67 votes)

    S37:E1

    Follow the music icon from a piano lounge through her rise to stardom. From “First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” to “Killing Me Softly,” Flack’s virtuosity was inseparable from her commitment to civil rights. Detailing her story in her own words, the film features exclusive access to Flack’s archives and interviews with Rev. Jesse Jackson, Peabo Bryson and more.

    Director:Unknown
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  2. American Masters Season 37 Episode 5 - Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock 'n' Roll
    7.2/10(23 votes)

    S37:E5

    Experience the meteoric rise and enduring legacy of Little Richard. With appearances by Keith Richards, Ringo Starr, Big Freedia and more, this portrait of the “King and Queen of Rock and Roll” explores his far-reaching influence — still felt in pop culture today — and his advocacy for the rights of Black artists in the music industry.

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  3. American Masters Season 37 Episode 2 - Dr. Tony Fauci
    7.1/10(54 votes)

    S37:E2

    Follow Dr. Anthony Fauci as he grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic and his 50-year career as the nation’s leading public health advocate. American Masters: Dr. Tony Fauci reveals a rarely seen side of the physician, husband and father as he confronts political backlash, a new administration and questions of the future.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. American Masters Season 37 Episode 7 - Floyd Abrams: Speaking Freely
    6.9/10(26 votes)

    S37:E7

    Follow the 50-year career of preeminent First Amendment lawyer Floyd Abrams. See how his landmark cases—from the Pentagon Papers to Citizens United to Clearview AI—helped define free speech as it is known today. Join Dan Abrams, Ari Melber, Nina Totenberg and more as they explore how Abrams' career has shaped major changes in law, public discourse and civic action since the 1960s.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. American Masters Season 37 Episode 4 - Nam June Paik: Moon Is the Oldest TV
    6.8/10(11 votes)

    S37:E4

    See the world through the eyes of Nam June Paik, the father of video art and coiner of the term “electronic superhighway.” Born in Japan-occupied Korea, Paik went on to become a pillar of the American avant-garde and transformed modern image-making with his sculptures, films and performances. Experience his creative evolution, as Academy Award nominee Steven Yeun reads from Paik's own writings.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. American Masters Season 37 Episode 6 - Jerry Brown: The Disrupter
    6.7/10(29 votes)

    S37:E6

    Experience the political and personal journey of Jerry Brown, the longest serving governor in California history. First elected at 36 years old and again at 72, explore Brown’s 50-year career tackling climate change and inequality.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. American Masters Season 37 Episode 9 - Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes
    6.0/10(12 votes)

    S37:E9

    Experience the groundbreaking sounds of bebop pioneer and virtuoso composer Max Roach, whose far-reaching ambitions were inspired and challenged by the inequities of the society around him.

    Director:Unknown
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  8. American Masters Season 37 Episode 3 - In the Making
    5.3/10(19 votes)

    S37:E3

    Follow two performers as they break down barriers in music. Opera singer J’Nai Bridges takes the stage in “A Knee on the Neck,” a choral tribute to George Floyd. Country artist Rissi Palmer redefines success as she works on her latest album, while uplifting other artists of color in the Americana genres.

    Director:Unknown
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  9. American Masters Season 37 Episode 8 - A Song for Cesar
    5.2/10(26 votes)

    S37:E8

    Trace the life and legacy of labor activist Cesar Chavez. Through interviews with Maya Angelou, Joan Baez, Carlos Santana and more, see how music and the arts were instrumental to the success of the farmworkers’ movement Chavez helped found.

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Season 37 Ratings Summary

"Roberta Flack" is the best rated episode of American Masters season 37. It scored 7.8/10 from 67 votes. Written and directed by Unknown, it aired on January 24, 2023. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "Little Richard: King and Queen of Rock 'n' Roll".