American Masters

Mark the women’s suffrage centennial with stories of pioneering women who shaped American politics. Now streaming.

A new documentary on the American author premieres December 29 on PBS.

The versatile Puerto Rican actor's work on stage and screen took the world by storm. Now streaming for a limited time.

"I wanted to be an operatic tenor," said Carl Reiner in a PBS interview. "I lack one thing. Two things actually."

Her extravagant look, outrageous wit, and supreme self confidence made her someone who many drag queens have wanted to imitate.

The story of the author of one of the most influential American novels of the 20th century and biggest bestsellers of all time.

Explore the four-time Tony-winning playwright's six groundbreaking decades in theater. Now streaming for a limited time.

We are honored to announce our nomination in the category of “Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series” at the 72nd Emmy® Awards.

New documentary about Lena Horne, Abbey Lincoln, Diahann Carroll, Nina Simone, Cicely Tyson and Pam Grier, premieres winter 2021 on PBS.

This month, we are releasing a large selection of films for you to stream and enjoy.

A fearless Mexican American activist and journalist.

What would the writer have thought about present-day protests against police brutality and for racial equity?

Mary Church Terrell (1863-1954), the daughter of former slaves, was a national leader for civil rights and women’s suffrage.