Jul 6, 1987 · 1h 30m
A profile of the literary work of Isaac Bashevis Singer and his influence on preserving Jewish culture and the Yiddish language.


American Masters is a PBS television series which produces biographies on enduring writers, musicians, visual and performing artists, dramatists, filmmakers, and others who have left an indelible impression on the cultural landscape of the United States.
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Jul 6, 1987 · 1h 30m
A profile of the literary work of Isaac Bashevis Singer and his influence on preserving Jewish culture and the Yiddish language.
Jul 13, 1987 · 1h 30m
A retrospective on the rich legacy of cinema directed by Wyler with clips and commentary.
Jul 20, 1987 · 1h 30m
A trip through the life and works of the piano virtuoso Arthur Rubinstein conducted by his son John.
Jul 27, 1987 · 1h 30m
A story of two talented personalities, Alwin Nikolais and Murray Louis, and their collaborations in the world of dance.
Aug 24, 1987 · 1h 30m
The music of the unique American master composer (as well as his brother Ira) with insights from his collaborators and friends.
Aug 31, 1987 · 1h 30m
An installment that shows the author and illustrator at work staging a production of a Mozart opera.
Sep 14, 1987 · 1h 30m
An ode to the work of the African American theater group founded in the late 60s and its impact on the performing arts.
Sep 21, 1987 · 1h 30m
The evolution of the novelist and his impact on other artists and American culture.
Sep 28, 1987 · 1h 30m
A history of the famed social gathering of leaders, intellectuals, writers, and artists.
Nov 18, 1987 · 1h 30m
The story of the silent-era star who brought brilliance and originality to physical comedy.
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
American Masters Season 2 premiered on July 6, 1987.
American Masters Season 2 has 10 episodes.
The season opens with Season 2 Episode 1, "Isaac in America: A Journey with Isaac Bashevis Singer". It aired on July 6, 1987.
Go to Season 2 Episode 1