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MGM: When the Lion Roars

Series Overview

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.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
TNT
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 3 Episodes

120 min per episode

Air Date Window

1992 – 1992

Premiered: Sun, Mar 22, 1992

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Mar 24, 1992

Season 1, Episode 3: “The Lion in Winter”

The conclusion traces the studio's decline in the late 1940s; and the struggle for control of the company by Louis B. Mayer and new production chief Dore Schary. Featured: clips of Gene Kelly, Elizabeth Taylor and Grace Kelly.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Frank Martin

Screenplay & Story

Frank Martin

Director of Photography

Michael Lonzo

Film Editing

Robert L. Sinise

Producers

Joni Levin

Department Leadership Roster

Frank Martin

Director

Frank Martin

Writer

Robert L. Sinise

Editor

Michael Lonzo

Director of Photography

Joni Levin

Producer

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Frequently Asked Questions About MGM: When the Lion Roars

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What is MGM: When the Lion Roars about?

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.

How many seasons does MGM: When the Lion Roars have?

MGM: When the Lion Roars comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in MGM: When the Lion Roars?

Key cast members in MGM: When the Lion Roars include Patrick Stewart, Stanley Donen, Helen Hayes, Esther Williams, Freddie Bartholomew.

Who created or directed MGM: When the Lion Roars?

MGM: When the Lion Roars was developed and directed by Frank Martin.