Bob Ross: The Happy Painter
“Host of television's favorite art show The Joy of Painting”
Synopsis
A behind-the-scenes look at the beloved public television personality's journey from humble beginnings to an American pop-culture icon. "The Happy Painter" reveals the public and private sides of Bob Ross through loving accounts from close friends and family, childhood photographs and rare archival footage. Interviewees recount his gentle, mild-mannered demeanor and unwavering dedication to wildlife, and disclose little-known facts about his hair, his fascination with fast cars and more. Film clips feature Bob Ross with mentor William Alexander and the rough-cut of the first "Joy of Painting" episode from 1982. Famous Bob Ross enthusiasts, including talk-show pioneer Phil Donahue, film stars Jane Seymour and Terrence Howard, chef Duff Goldman and country music favorites Brad Paisley and Jerrod Niemann, provide fascinating insights into the man, the artist and his legacy.
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Bob Ross: The Happy Painter - Full Documentary
Type: Featurette • Published 2018-06-11
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Bob Ross
Self (archive footage)
Steve Ross
Self (archive footage)
Walt Kowalski
Self
Annette Kowalski
Self
William Alexander
Self (archive footage)
Phil Donahue
Self
Jane Seymour
Self
Joan Rivers
Self (archive footage)
Terrence Howard
Self
Regis Philbin
Self (archive footage)
Kathie Lee Gifford
Self (archive footage)
Brad Paisley
Self
Bill Bryant
Self
Alice Cheney
Self
Richard Collins
Self
Nancy Cox
Self
Larry Dyer
Self
Audrey Golden
Self
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 3, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sherry Spradlin
- Original Title
- Bob Ross: The Happy Painter
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 4m
- Production Studios
- American Public Television, Blue Ridge PBS
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sherry Spradlin
Spencer Thomason, Alan J. Scherry
Julie Newman
Department Leadership Roster
Sherry Spradlin
Director
Spencer Thomason
Editor
Alan J. Scherry
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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What is Bob Ross: The Happy Painter about?
A behind-the-scenes look at the beloved public television personality's journey from humble beginnings to an American pop-culture icon. "The Happy Painter" reveals the public and private sides of Bob Ross through loving accounts from close friends and family, childhood photographs and rare archival footage. Interviewees recount his gentle, mild-mannered demeanor and unwavering dedication to wildlife, and disclose little-known facts about his hair, his fascination with fast cars and more. Film clips feature Bob Ross with mentor William Alexander and the rough-cut of the first "Joy of Painting" episode from 1982. Famous Bob Ross enthusiasts, including talk-show pioneer Phil Donahue, film stars Jane Seymour and Terrence Howard, chef Duff Goldman and country music favorites Brad Paisley and Jerrod Niemann, provide fascinating insights into the man, the artist and his legacy.
Who directed Bob Ross: The Happy Painter?
Bob Ross: The Happy Painter was directed by Sherry Spradlin.
Who stars in Bob Ross: The Happy Painter?
The principal cast of Bob Ross: The Happy Painter includes Bob Ross, Steve Ross, Walt Kowalski, Annette Kowalski, William Alexander.
When was Bob Ross: The Happy Painter released and how long is it?
Bob Ross: The Happy Painter was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 4m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bob Ross: The Happy Painter?
Bob Ross: The Happy Painter holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).