Dick Cavett Movies

An account of the short life of genius musician Jimi Hendrix (1942-70), probably the most talented and influential guitarist of the twentieth...

PBS documentary examining the work of Jack Paar.

This artful and intimate meditation on the legendary storyteller examines her life, her works, and the powerful themes she has confronted throughout...

A contrarian and wickedly funny man, this PBS American Masters special explores Gore Vidal's extraordinary life and work, joining him at his...

With his naïve air, his rangy and reassuring silhouette, James Stewart symbolizes success, someone who everybody wants to look like. Behind his...

The Godfather of Soul tells his life story and features his greatest live performances.

He is considered to be one of the most significant links in the history of comedy, admired by such people as Eric Bogosian and Woody Allen. His...

A montage of sketch comedy and music videos.

A loving tribute to Astaire the singer, hosted by Audrey Hepburn.

On John's 31st birthday, Yoko held an art exhibit, "This Is Not Here", at the Everson Museum of Art in Syracuse, N.Y.. The show was taped and aired...

The New York Friars club roasts Don Rickles. Hosted by Johnny Carson.

Featuring a wealth of previously unseen archive, this film looks at how Bowie continually evolved: from Ziggy Stardust to the Soul Star of Young...

From 1972 to 1974, the Watergate scandal was frequently a part of “The Dick Cavett Show.” In fact, Cavett was at the forefront of...

A group of military officers frustrated by government corruption and brutality attempts a coup.

A portrait of the brilliant American writer Truman Capote (1924-84) and the New York high society of his time.

Bravo provides behind the scenes insights into magic act Penn & Teller.

The story of three people - a press agent, a private detective and a nightclub owner - whose careers require them to spend most of the night awake...

A fascinating look at the most beloved comedy team in motion picture history. Exclusive interviews with those closest to the brothers supplement this...

A group of scientists take Simon, a psychology professor, as a test person for a brainwashing experiment and try to convince him that he is a living...

This fly-on-the-wall documentary follows the Rolling Stones on their 1972 North American Tour, their first return to the States since the tragedy at...