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American Masters•Season 39•Episode 8

Starring Dick Van Dyke

7.5/10 · 28 votesDec 12, 2025113 min

Ranked #5 of 8 in Season 39•matches the season avg

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Ahead of his 100th birthday, celebrate the life and career of legendary actor Dick Van Dyke. Known for iconic roles in Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and his classic CBS sitcom, he has delighted audiences on screen and stage for eight decades.

Directed byJohn Scheinfeld

Written byJohn Scheinfeld

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Starring Dick Van Dyke

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John Scheinfeld

Director

John Scheinfeld

Producer

John Scheinfeld

Writer

Ned Nalle

Producer

Peter S. Lynch II

Co-Producer

Peter S. Lynch II

Editor

Mark Leggett

Music

James Sears Bryant

Executive Producer

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Episode Summary

"Starring Dick Van Dyke" is episode 8 of American Masters season 39. It scored 7.5/10 from 28 votes, ranking #5 of 8 episodes this season (season average 7.5). Directed by John Scheinfeld and written by John Scheinfeld, it aired on December 12, 2025.

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