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MGM: When the Lion Roars

1992Show1 season3 episodes

Documentary
80
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.2

A nostalgic, wondrous documentary series about show business and history.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

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Not for scares, brutality or suspense.

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Episodes

1 season · 3 episodes · best: S1E1 "The Lion's Roar" 8.1

Episodes

8.0

Story

On April 24, 1924, the movies changed forever: The Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studio opened and soon assembled “more stars than there are in the heavens.” Patrick Stewart hosts this enthralling Emmy® winner as Outstanding Informational Series, a three-part story of M-G-M’s reign as Hollywood’s class act and legendary entertainment empire. Bursting with memorable film clips, rare interviews, behind-the-scenes footage and insider info, this is a mother lode for film fans, profiling perfectionist moguls, glamorous and charismatic actors, innovative filmmakers and landmark movies.

Feels like

  • Hollywood History
  • Studio Era Documentary
  • Film Industry Chronicle
  • Classic Cinema
  • Archival Footage
  • Informative & Engaging
  • Showbiz Legends
  • Cinematic Legacy
  • Behind-the-Scenes
  • Golden Age

Cast

15 of 15 · most episodes first

Crew

Directors
Frank Martin
Written by
Frank Martin
Produced by
Joni Levin
Music by
Steve Goldstein

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

March 22, 1992 · March 24, 1992 · Ended

First aired
March 22, 1992
Last aired
March 24, 1992
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 3 episodes
Genres
Documentary
Original language
English

Q&A

5 questions, like "Is MGM: When the Lion Roars worth watching?"

Questions about MGM: When the Lion Roars

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is MGM: When the Lion Roars worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80 (IMDb 8.2).

Is MGM: When the Lion Roars okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

How long does it take to watch MGM: When the Lion Roars?

6 h

About 6 hours: 3 episodes in 1 season of about 120 minutes each, aired from 1992 to 1992.

Can I half-watch MGM: When the Lion Roars?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 6 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.

Will I feel good after watching MGM: When the Lion Roars?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for hopefulness and 6 for wholesome.