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This unique and stylish new biography series explores an elite few of the 20th century's greatest figures. Each chapter in these artfully-crafted episodes is inspired by some of the most memorable words spoken by these world icons. "In Their Own Words" sheds light on key moments in their lives, illuminating their fascinating personalities and spotlighting their profound significance.
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Episode 3 Preview | Jim Henson
Follow Henson’s career from his early television work to his sudden death.
Jim Henson | A Unique Creative Collaboration with Frank Oz
Explore the early years of the creative partnership of Jim Henson and puppeteer Frank Oz.
Examine Jim Henson's childhood in rural Mississippi and the birth of his TV dreams.
Those closest to Jim Henson recount the events leading up to his shocking, sudden death.
The Legendary Boxing Comeback Begins
After a 3-year exile for refusing the draft, Muhammad Ali’s epic boxing comeback begins.
Polarizing Social and Religious Views
Explore Muhammad Ali's polarizing views on religion and racial integration in 1965.
Episode 2 Preview | Muhammad Ali
Follow boxer Muhammad Ali’s rise from a gym in Louisville to international fame.
See Clay’s career begin with his first victories and the rise of his bold public persona.
See how Princess Elizabeth came of age during WWII while London underwent bombardment.
The King Is Dead — Long Live the Queen!
Upon the death of her father, King George VI, 25-year old Elizabeth II takes the throne.
"In Their Own Words" is a unique biography series that explores an elite few of the 20th century’s greatest figures. The inaugural season features episodes on a diverse trio of extraordinary subjects: three-time World Heavyweight Champion boxer Muhammad Ali, Muppets creator Jim Henson, and Britain’s long-reigning monarch Queen Elizabeth II.
Each chapter in these artfully crafted biographies is inspired, and marked by, some of the most memorable words spoken by these world icons: words that describe the subject creatively and intimately. These memorable quotes keynote the storytelling, as each sequence sheds new light on key moments in our subjects’ lives, illuminating their fascinating personalities and spotlighting their profound cultural and historical impact for a new generation of television viewers.
Episode 1 | Queen Elizabeth II
The film follows the Queen’s remarkable life, from her youth – when few expected she’d ever wear the crown – to her uncle Edward VIII’s stunning abdication, her father’s coronation as King George VI, her experience during World War Two, her own sudden ascension to the throne, and her eventful reign of more than 60 years.
Episode 2 | Muhammad Ali
The film follows Ali’s rise from the Columbia Gym in Louisville to international fame, as he transcended his great athletic achievements to become one of the most influential Americans of his time: how this once polarizing figure ultimately became a beloved and honored national hero.
Episode 3 | Jim Henson
The film follows Henson’s career from his first work with his Muppets in the early 1950’s during television’s Golden Age up to his sudden and shocking death in 1990, as he transcended puppetry to become one of the most creative, prolific and influential artists of his time.
A re-created scene from the early life of Queen Elizabeth II.
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Queen Elizabeth II
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"My whole life, whether it be long or short, shall be devoted in your service" - Queen Elizabeth II.
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Muhammad Ali
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Legendary Heavyweight Boxing champion, Muhammad Ali.
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Muppet creator, Jim Henson.
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"Part of the desire was to create a whole new world" - Jim Henson.
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A re-created scene from the boyhood of Muppet creator and filmmaker, Jim Henson.
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