Jan 5, 2023 · 1h
A look at the life and career of a highly-innovative filmmaker known for Titanic, Avatar and The Terminator.
The Directors
This series looks at the 20th century’s iconic film directors; the real innovators whose breakthrough direction made film into the movies. Their early lives, often escaping war or poverty found expression in theatre, then film, forming the fundamental art that is cinema. Each episode brought to life by Derek Malcolm, Neil Norman, Stephen Armstrong, Dr. Bonnie Greer OBE and Ian Nathan along with classic moments from each film career.
Season 8 Episodes
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Jan 12, 2023 · 1h
A look at the life and career of an Oscar-winning director renowned for his experimental approach and hits such as Erin Brockovich and Ocean's Eleven.
Jan 19, 2023 · 1h
A look at the life and career of Czechoslovakia's most famous and acclaimed filmmaker, known for 1975's One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.
Jan 26, 2023 · 1h
A look at the life and career of a pioneer in the independent filmmaking scene of the 1990s, known for Before Sunrise and School of Rock.
Feb 2, 2023 · 1h
A look at the life and career of an Academy Award-winning actor and director known for Citizen Kane and more.
Feb 9, 2023 · 1h
A look at the life and career of a celebrated Australian filmmaker, known for The Quiet American, Rabbit-Proof Fence and Dead Calm.
Feb 16, 2023 · 1h
A look at the life and career of American director David Fincher, renowned for his psychological thrillers such as Fight Club, Seven and Panic Room.
Feb 23, 2023 · 1h
A look at the life and career of American filmmaker Nancy Meyers, known for The Parent Trap, The Holiday and Something's Gotta Give.
Mar 2, 2023 · 1h
A look at the life and career of the legendary actor-turned-director Clint Eastwood, known for Unforgiven, Million Dollar Baby and American Sniper.
Mar 9, 2023 · 1h
A look at the life and career of the celebrated Taiwanese filmmaker Ang Lee, known for Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Brokeback Mountain and Life of Pi.
Season 8 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did The Directors Season 8 premiere?
The Directors Season 8 premiered on January 5, 2023.
How many episodes are in The Directors Season 8?
The Directors Season 8 has 10 episodes.
What is the first episode of The Directors Season 8?
The season opens with Season 8 Episode 1, "James Cameron". It aired on January 5, 2023.
Go to Season 8 Episode 1