Nov 13, 2024 · 38m
Ted Turner's early years are marked by his relationship with his dad—whose suicide precipitates Ted's taking over his billboard business.


The wild, wild life of an American media pioneer.
The life and legacy of Ted Turner is told in his own words in this six-part documentary series.
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Nov 13, 2024 · 38m
Ted Turner's early years are marked by his relationship with his dad—whose suicide precipitates Ted's taking over his billboard business.
Nov 13, 2024 · 53m
In the 1970s, Ted buys the Atlanta Braves, launches a SuperStation, sails to an America's Cup triumph, and plans a 24-hour news network: CNN.
Nov 13, 2024 · 1h 2m
As the 1980s begin, Ted launches CNN. His desire for world peace prompts him to meet with Fidel Castro and later create the Goodwill Games.
Nov 13, 2024 · 1h 1m
In the 1990s, the Gulf War showcases CNN and its intrepid reporters; meanwhile, Ted works to preserve land and save the bison.
Nov 13, 2024 · 1h 6m
Ted navigates two huge corporate mergers but must also deal with the fallout from the AOL-Time Warner deal and his split from Jane Fonda.
Nov 13, 2024 · 1h 2m
Ted dives deeply into his philanthropic endeavors. Later, he is diagnosed with Lewy body dementia, but as he always has Ted perseveres.
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
Call Me Ted Season 1 premiered on November 13, 2024.
Call Me Ted Season 1 has 6 episodes.
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Episode 1". It aired on November 13, 2024.
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