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Jazz

2001·Show
10Episodes in1Season
80
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.6
Episodes
IMDb8.6
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Jazz fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle4
  • Adrenaline2
  • Tension2

Heart

Nostalgic and wondrous

  • Nostalgia8
  • Wonder7
  • Wholesome6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, a real life story, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability8
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout storytelling and direction

  • Narrative Structure9
  • Direction8
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Standout score, cinematography, and editing

  • Music Centrality10
  • Music Composition9
  • Cinematography8

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About

Jazz is a ten part series that explores the evolution – and the genius – of America’s greatest original art form, focusing on the extraordinary men and women who could do something remarkable – create art on the spot. Jazz celebrates their profoundly enduring, endlessly varied, and infinitely alluring music in the context of the complicated country that gave birth to and influenced it, and was in turn transformed by it.
Documentary SeriesMusic HistoryJazz EvolutionCultural ImpactBiographical AccountsAmerican Art FormEducational & InformativeArchival FootageSocial Commentary

Crew

Directed by:
Ken Burns
Written by:
Geoffrey C. Ward
Produced by:
Ken Burns, Lynn Novick

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Jazz

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Jazz legally?

PBS DocumentariesThirteenWETA+

Jazz is included with a subscription to Thirteen and WETA+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Jazz worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 8.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Jazz have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 10 episodes of about 120 minutes each.

Is Jazz based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did Jazz air?

It ran from 2001 to 2001 and has ended.

What language is Jazz in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Jazz?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Jazz in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.