With WTTW National Productions (Sorted by Popularity Ascending)
1. Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum (2019– )
25 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum is an animated adventure-comedy for kids 4-7 inspired by Brad Meltzer and Chris Eliopoulos's best-selling kids book series, Ordinary People Change the World.
Stars: Aidan Vissers, Wyatt White, Lucas Kalechstein, Zoe Hatz
Votes: 32
2. Kidsongs (1987– )
Family, Music
THE KIDSONGS TV SHOW follows the exploits of twelve energetic and charismatic youngsters (ages 7 through 12) as they produce their own music based, kid's television show. The cast members ... See full summary »
Stars: Frat Fuller, Megan Miyahira, Julene Renee, Hassan Nicholas
Votes: 136
3. Sneak Previews (1975–1996)
30 min | Talk-Show
Two critics review films both old and new.
Stars: Gene Siskel, Roger Ebert, Jeffrey Lyons, Neal Gabler
Votes: 532
4. Word World (2007– )
28 min | Animation, Family
In Word World, words actually become the objects they represent in an innovative, educational and entertaining adventure for your kids.
Stars: Tyler Bunch, Lenore Zann, George Bailey, Daryl Ekroth
Votes: 250
5. Soundstage (2003– )
54 min | Documentary, Music
Soundstage features live performances by a diverse roster of legendary and up-and-coming artists. The majority of the concerts are filmed before intimate studio audiences at WTTW's Grainger Studio, but occasionally Soundstage also hits the road.
Stars: Stevie Nicks, Ron Blair, Mike Campbell, Steve Ferrone
Votes: 35
6. The McLaughlin Group (1982– )
30 min | News, Talk-Show
This PBS news/talk-show presents several journalists involved in spirited discussions of topics in current events. The group is led in round-table discussions by John McLaughlin.
Stars: John McLaughlin, Eleanor Clift, Pat Buchanan, Tony Blankley
Votes: 147
7. A Child's Christmas in Wales (1987 TV Movie)
55 min | Family, Drama
Young Thomas is disappointed because it?s raining on Christmas Eve. But his spirits are soon lifted by his grandfather, who gives him a snow globe and recounts his own childhood Christmas memories.
Director: Don McBrearty | Stars: Denholm Elliott, Mathonwy Reeves, Glynis Davies, Michael Fawkes
Votes: 466
8. The Harlem Globetrotters: The Team That Changed the World (2005 TV Movie)
50 min | Documentary, Sport
"The Team that Changed the World," investigates the Globetrotters' impact socially and culturally, as well as their lasting effect on the NBA. Featuring interviews with basketball players, ... See full summary »
Directors: Michael Sear, Joseph Sharman | Stars: Geese Ausbie, Timuel Black, Bill Bradley, Larry Brown
Votes: 93
9. Soundstage (1974–1985)
60 min | Music
Music concert series produced in Chicago.
Stars: Mike Bloomfield, Harry Chapin, Willie Dixon, Dr. John
Votes: 12
10. Legends of Jazz (2006– )
30 min | Documentary, Music
For the first time in more than 40 years, jazz returns to national network television with LEGENDS OF JAZZ, a new weekly series featuring host Ramsey Lewis. Each show has a theme ("The ... See full summary »
Stars: Ramsey Lewis, Ray Barretto, Tony Bennett, Chris Botti
Votes: 34
11. Image Union (1978– )
"Image Union" presents works collected by Tom Weinberg who, since 1978, restores and distributes documentary films, experimental or home videos and television programs created by artists, activists and community groups.
Stars: Art Baldwin, John Faye, The Solarz Family
Votes: 8
12. Dislocation (2005)
52 min | Documentary
In February 2002, families living in the Robert Taylor Homes public housing development were given a 180 day notice of eviction. In six months, the community that had been their home for ... See full summary »
Director: Sudhir Venkatesh
Votes: 12
13. Making a New American Nutcracker (2017 TV Movie)
60 min | Documentary
The Joffrey Ballet creates a new version of "The Nutcracker" set in Chicago at the time of the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition.
Stars: Lee Bey, Neve Campbell, Julian Crouch, Rahm Emanuel
Votes: 10
14. The Merry Widow (1983 TV Movie)
60 min | Music
A ballet version of the famous operetta.
Director: Dick Carter | Stars: Elyse Borne, Warren Conover, George De La Pena, Lisa Hess
15. Nelson and Jeanette (1992 TV Movie)
57 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
A retrospect of Nelson Eddy and Jeanette MacDonald. Their careers are highlighted through film clips with emphasis on song. Includes a brief interview with Jeanette's husband Gene Raymond.
Director: Michael Lorentz | Stars: Jane Powell, Gene Raymond, Nelson Eddy, Jeanette MacDonald
Votes: 34
16. Retirement Revolution (2008 TV Movie)
Documentary
A two-part documentary that explores the challenges and opportunities of the 78 million Baby Boomers who are heading into retirement. As the first wave turns 65 next year, they're changing ... See full summary »
Director: Brian Boyer | Star: Paula Zahn
17. The Americas' Family Kitchen with Vertamae Grosven (1996–1999)
Talk-Show
Star: Vertamae Grosvenor
18. CEO Exchange (2000–2006)
60 min | Talk-Show
Fortune 500 CEOs are brought before audiences of live business school students in a highly interactive forum.
Stars: Jim Clark, Thomas Jermoluk
19. Jens Jensen: Harmonious World (2010)
Documentary
The story of conservation firebrand and visionary landscape architect, Jens Jensen.
Director: Carey Lundin
20. Singer's Spotlight (2007 TV Movie)
30 min | Music
Classic songs are showcased with performances and comments by Ann Hampton Callaway and Liza Minnelli in this series pilot.
Director: Michael Lorentz | Stars: Ann Hampton Callaway, Liza Minnelli, Billy Stritch
23. Faith Hill: Joy to the World (2008 TV Special)
53 min | Music
Faith Hill and her Christmas concert at XM Artist Confidential, with over 40 minutes of exclusive performance and interviews.
Director: Joe Thomas | Stars: Faith Hill, Wendy Moten
Votes: 15
24. Vietnam, My Motherland (1989 TV Movie)
A journey through the depths of the Mekong Delta for a man searching for his family. Lom Tom, a Vietnamese national, left a life in Vietnam after the fall of Saigon in 1975. This is the ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Davis | Star: Lom Tom
25. Die Fledermaus (II) (1986 TV Movie)
Musical
Director: Dick Carter | Stars: Richard Cragun, George Daugherty, Valeri Panov, Galina Panova
27. Myron (2005)
17 min | Short
Director: Luke Stettner | Stars: Caroline Hatem, Alan Sklar, Noah Stroehle
Votes: 6
28. The Hunger Heroes (2000 TV Movie)
55 min | Documentary
The Hunger Heroes focuses on the insidious and surprising problem of hunger in America during otherwise august economic times.
Stars: Harry Belafonte, Bill Clinton, Robert Egger, Dan Glickman
29. How Chicago Rocked the 60's (2001 TV Movie)
30 min | Documentary
Emmy Award winning 60 minute PBS documentary chronicling the rise and fall of Chicago's nationally influential rock scene of the 1960's. Featuring The Buckinghams, The Cryan Shames, The New... See full summary »
Director: Jock Hedblade | Stars: Dick Biondi, The Buckinghams, Nick Fortuna, Carl Giammarese
30.
Biography (1987– )
Episode:
Andy Kaufman's Really Big Show
(1999)
44 min | Documentary, Biography
Directors: Lynne Margulies, Bob Zmuda | Stars: Andy Kaufman, Jim Carrey, Jeff Conaway, Tony Danza
Votes: 82
31.
Kidsongs (1987– )
Episode:
It's 60's Day
(1997)
29 min | Family, Music
The Kidsongs Kids gear up for 60's day with "groovy" props, dressing up in retro garb and learning about the decade's history. Special guest: Peter Noone of Herman's Hermits. Songs include:... See full summary »
Director: Bruce Gowers | Stars: Asa Karsten Bernstine, Tiffany Burton, Sergio Centeno, Frat Fuller
32.
The McLaughlin Group (1982– )
Episode:
Episode dated 22 January 2005
(2005)
News, Talk-Show
Stars: John McLaughlin, Pat Buchanan, Eleanor Clift, Tony Blankley
34.
American Experience (1988– )
Episode:
Race to the Moon
(2005)
Documentary, Biography, History
The story of the Apollo 8 mission to the moon.
Director: Kevin Kertscher | Stars: Joe Morton, Christopher Kraft, Susan Borman, Walter Cronkite
Votes: 27
35.
Legends of Jazz (2006– )
Episode:
The Golden Horns
(2006)
Documentary, Music
Stars: Ramsey Lewis, Chris Botti, Roy Hargrove, Clark Terry
36.
Kidsongs (1987– )
Episode:
What I Want to Be
(1997)
24 min | Family, Music
The Kidsongs Kids host a show about all the different things you can be when you grow up. In-studio guest Mat Plendl makes a career out of hula hooping. Songs include: Sea Cruise, Mr. Policeman, Centerfield and more!
Director: Bruce Gowers | Stars: Asa Karsten Bernstine, Tiffany Burton, Sergio Centeno, Frat Fuller
37.
Soundstage (2003– )
Episode:
Fleetwood Mac: Live in Boston
(2004)
142 min | Documentary, Music
Director: Joe Thomas | Stars: Lindsey Buckingham, Mick Fleetwood, John McVie, Stevie Nicks
Votes: 40
38.
Kidsongs (1987– )
Episode:
Teamwork
(1990)
23 min | Family, Music
The Kidsongs Kids take their singing and dancing fun to a major amusement park. Songs include: Let's Twist Again, Whole Lotta Shakin' Going' On, Here We Go Loopty Loo, Splish Splash, A Pirate's Life and more!
Director: Bruce Gowers | Stars: Christopher Aguilar, Christian Buenaventura, Frat Fuller, Mark Humphrey
39.
The McLaughlin Group (1982– )
Episode:
Episode dated 30 June 2007
(2007)
News, Talk-Show
Stars: John McLaughlin, Pat Buchanan, Eleanor Clift, Lawrence O'Donnell
40.
The McLaughlin Group (1982– )
Episode:
Episode dated 7 April 2007
(2007)
News, Talk-Show
Stars: John McLaughlin, Pat Buchanan, Tony Blankley, Clarence Page
41.
The McLaughlin Group (1982– )
Episode:
Episode dated 14 April 2007
(2007)
News, Talk-Show
Stars: John McLaughlin, Pat Buchanan, Eleanor Clift, Clarence Page
42.
The McLaughlin Group (1982– )
Episode:
Episode dated 21 April 2007
(2007)
News, Talk-Show
Stars: John McLaughlin, Pat Buchanan, Eleanor Clift, Lawrence O'Donnell
43.
The McLaughlin Group (1982– )
Episode:
Episode dated 28 April 2007
(2007)
News, Talk-Show
Stars: John McLaughlin, Pat Buchanan, Eleanor Clift, Tony Blankley
44.
The McLaughlin Group (1982– )
Episode:
Episode dated 5 May 2007
(2007)
News, Talk-Show
Stars: John McLaughlin, Pat Buchanan, Eleanor Clift, Tony Blankley
45.
The McLaughlin Group (1982– )
Episode:
Episode dated 12 May 2007
(2007)
News, Talk-Show
Stars: John McLaughlin, Tony Blankley, Jay Carney, Chrystia Freeland
46.
The McLaughlin Group (1982– )
Episode:
Episode dated 19 October 2002
(2002)
News, Talk-Show
Stars: John McLaughlin, Tony Blankley, Larry Kudlow, Vaughn Ververs
47.
The McLaughlin Group (1982– )
Episode:
Episode dated 19 May 2007
(2007)
News, Talk-Show
Stars: John McLaughlin, Pat Buchanan, Eleanor Clift, Mort Zuckerman
48.
The McLaughlin Group (1982– )
Episode:
Episode dated 26 May 2007
(2007)
News, Talk-Show
Stars: John McLaughlin, Pat Buchanan, Eleanor Clift, Clarence Page
49.
The McLaughlin Group (1982– )
Episode:
Episode dated 6 January 1997
(1997)
News, Talk-Show
Star: John McLaughlin
50.
The McLaughlin Group (1982– )
Episode:
Episode dated 13 January 1997
(1997)
News, Talk-Show
Star: John McLaughlin