Mel Brooks: Mel Brooks' Debut

Season 27 Episode 3

American Masters

About the Episode

Mel Brooks ad-libbed his first stage appearance. The crowd loved it. The director did not.

Aired: | Expires: | Runtime: 1m 00s

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Extras

The Incomparable Mr. Buckley [Extended Audio Description]

Discover the intellectual evolution and political legacy of William F. Buckley, Jr.

1:42:08
Weaving Nature

David Bacharach creates "The Mounds," a land art installation confronting climate change.

18:39
The Incomparable Mr. Buckley (AD + ASL + OC Trailer)

Discover the intellectual evolution and political legacy of William F. Buckley, Jr.

2:47
Susie Essman on "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and the unique "genius” of Larry David

Comedian Susie Essman talks about the unique traits of "Curb Your Enthusiasm."

8:45
Moynihan [Extended Audio Description]

Discover the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator and diplomat Daniel Patrick Moynihan.

1:44:19
Moynihan [ASL]

Discover the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator and diplomat Daniel Patrick Moynihan.

1:43:31
Moynihan (EAD + ASL + OC Trailer)

Discover the life and legacy of former U.S. Senator and diplomat Daniel Patrick Moynihan.

5:45
Exclusive Preview: Who was William F. Buckley, Jr.?

Watch the first ten minutes of The Incomparable Mr. Buckley in this sneak preview.

10:12
The Incomparable Mr. Buckley

Discover the intellectual evolution and political legacy of William F. Buckley, Jr.

2:31
William F. Buckley, Jr.'s early childhood life

William F. Buckley, Jr. grew up in Great Elm, a sprawling estate located in Sharon, Conn.

3:04

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