Discovering Film

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Some of the biggest film stars in history rose to fame during the `golden age' of Hollywood, in the early and mid-20th century. `Discovering Film' profiles some of these stars who became iconic face and household names during this era. Marlene Dietrich, Grace Kelly, Ginger Rogers, Fred Astaire, Humphrey Bogart and Henry Fonda are among the stars and starlets featured in the hour-long episodes, which take a detailed look at their lives and careers. The programme explains how the stars of the screen rose to fame and lasted long enough at the top to create a legacy that still endures decades later.

Harrison Ford: Episode Image
Episode 1Harrison Ford

A look at the six-decade-long career of the Hollywood superstar whose roles in Star Wars, Indiana Jones and more have made him instantly recognisable. (S12, ep 1)

Meryl Streep: Episode Image
Episode 2Meryl Streep

A look at the life of the Academy Award-winning actress whose portfolio of magnificent work includes starring roles in Kramer vs. Kramer and Sophie's Choice. (S12, ep 2)

Diane Keaton: Episode Image
Episode 3Diane Keaton

A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning actress and star of Annie Hall, The Godfather and Marvin's Room. (S12, ep 3)

Morgan Freeman: Episode Image
Episode 4Morgan Freeman

A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning actor, star of hit films such as Million Dollar Baby and The Shawshank Redemption. (S12, ep 4)

Tommy Lee Jones: Episode Image
Episode 5Tommy Lee Jones

A glimpse into the world of the Academy-Award winning actor and filmmaker, known for his work in The Fugitive, Men In Black, Batman Forever and more. (S12, ep 5)

Michael Douglas: Episode Image
Episode 6Michael Douglas

Explore the life and career of the two-time Academy Award-winning actor and filmmaker. His work includes Wall Street, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest and Basic Instinct. (S12, ep 6)

Roy Scheider: Episode Image
Episode 7Roy Scheider

A look at the life and career of the Hollywood actor, whose roles in Jaws, All That Jazz and The French Connection catapulted him to stardom. (S12, ep 7)

Joseph Cotten: Episode Image
Episode 8Joseph Cotten

A glimpse into the life of the Hollywood star, who first gained fame for his roles in Citizen Kane, The Magnificent Ambersons and Journey into Fear. (S12, ep 8)

Daniel Day-Lewis: Episode Image
Episode 9Daniel Day-Lewis

A look at the life of the three-time Academy Award-winner, whose fruitful career includes acclaimed roles in My Left Foot, Gangs of New York and There Will Be Blood. (S12, ep 9)

Robert Donat: Episode Image
Episode 10Robert Donat

A look at the life of the Academy Award-winning actor, known for his roles in Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps and as Mr Chipping in Goodbye, Mr Chips. (S12, ep 10)

Ronald Colman: Episode Image
Episode 11Ronald Colman

A look at the life and career of the Academy Award-winning actor and star of classic films including A Tale of Two Cities and Lost Horizon. (S12, ep 11)

Harvey Keitel: Episode Image
Episode 12Harvey Keitel

A glimpse into the life and career of Academy Award-nominated actor Harvey Keitel, who has featured in Thelma & Louise, Reservoir Dogs and Bugsy. (S12, ep 12)

Sally Field: Episode Image
Episode 13Sally Field

A look at the life and career of the the Academy Award-winning actor whose glittering portfolio includes Norma Rae, Places in the Heart, Mrs Doubtfire and Forrest Gump. (S12, ep 13)

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