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Masterpiece Classic

Original title: Masterpiece Theatre
  • TV Series
  • 1971– 1971–
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Laura Linney in Masterpiece Theatre (1971)
Masterpiece Theatre
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An anthology drama series featuring primarily British productions.An anthology drama series featuring primarily British productions.An anthology drama series featuring primarily British productions.

IMDb RATING
8.6/10
542
YOUR RATING
  • Stars
    • Alistair Cooke
    • Laura Linney
    • David Bamber
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  • Stars
    • Alistair Cooke
    • Laura Linney
    • David Bamber
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    • 3User reviews
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    • Won 3 Primetime Emmys
      • 4 wins & 3 nominations total

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    Masterpiece Theatre
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    Masterpiece Theatre (1971)
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    Alistair Cooke
    Alistair Cooke
    • Self - Hostas Self - Host
    29 episodes29 eps • 1971–2008
    Laura Linney
    Laura Linney
    • Self - Hostas Self - Host
    3 episodes3 eps • 2011–2012
    David Bamber
    David Bamber
    • Antonioas Antonio…
    2 episodes2 eps • 2000–2001
    Russell Baker
    Russell Baker
    • Self - Hostas Self - Host
    2 episodes2 eps • 2000
    Alan Cumming
    Alan Cumming
    • Self - Hostas Self - Host
    2 episodes2 eps • 2014
    Jack Blumenau
    • Peteras Peter
    1 episode1 ep • 2000
    Clare Thomas
    Clare Thomas
    • Phyllisas Phyllis
    1 episode1 ep • 2000
    Peter De Jersey
    Peter De Jersey
    • Salerioas Salerio
    1 episode1 ep • 2001
    Matt Smith
    Matt Smith
    • Jim Tayloras Jim Taylor
    1 episode1 ep • 2006
    Jemima Rooper
    Jemima Rooper
    • Bobbieas Bobbie
    1 episode1 ep • 2000
    Mark Umbers
    Mark Umbers
    • Solanioas Solanio
    1 episode1 ep • 2001
    Sian Thomas
    Sian Thomas
    • Mrs. Reesas Mrs. Rees
    1 episode1 ep • 2006
    Jenny Agutter
    Jenny Agutter
    • Motheras Mother
    1 episode1 ep • 2000
    Alexander Hanson
    • Bassanioas Bassanio
    1 episode1 ep • 2001
    Kay Lyon
    • Ellenas Ellen
    1 episode1 ep • 2006
    Michael Kitchen
    Michael Kitchen
    • Fatheras Father
    1 episode1 ep • 2000
    Jack James
    • Lorenzoas Lorenzo
    1 episode1 ep • 2001
    Robert Putt
    Robert Putt
    • Porteras Porter
    1 episode1 ep • 2006
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    Masterpiece (formerly known as Masterpiece Theatre) is a drama anthology television series produced by WGBH Boston. It premiered on Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) on January 10, 1971, making it America's longest-running weekly prime time drama series. The series has presented numerous acclaimed British productions. Many of these are produced by the BBC, but the line-up has also included programs shown on the UK commercial channels ITV and Channel 4.
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    • Trivia
      On Sesame Street (1969), it was spoofed as "Monsterpiece Theater". Host Cookie Monster appeared as "Alistair Cookie", a spoof of its original host Alistair Cooke.
    • Connections
      Featured in Screenwipe: Screenwipe USA (2006)

    User reviews3

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    10/10
    Still one of the best shows on television, but needs a host!
    I love this show which I have watched on and off since I was a child. As previous reviewers have noted, there have been some 'clunkers' here and there. But there are many great productions as well. The new version of the Forsyte Saga was truly excellent, as were The Lost Prince, and Bleak House. These were series that I simply could not get enough of, and was sad to see end. One problem that I have with Materpiece Theatre these days is the absence of a host. There was something delightful about visiting with the host each week to hear something interesting, insightful, or even trivial about the production which was to follow. Cook and Baker both did a superb job of this. I implore the producers of this show to bring back the job of host. Find someone knowledgeable and credible, and put them back in that leather armchair by the fireplace amid the books and other curiosities.
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    • Nov 19, 2006

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    • Release date
      • January 10, 1971 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Official Site
      • PBS (United States)
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Masterpiece Theatre
    • Production company
      • WGBH
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