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MGM: When the Lion Roars (1992)

1992-03-22 · 2h 0m · EN
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On April 24, 1924, the movies changed forever: The Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studio opened and soon assembled “more stars than there are in the heavens.” Patrick Stewart hosts this enthralling Emmy® winner as Outstanding Informational Series, a three-part story of M-G-M’s reign as Hollywood’s class act and legendary entertainment empire. Bursting with memorable film clips, rare interviews, behind-the-scenes footage and insider info, this is a mother lode for film fans, profiling perfectionist moguls, glamorous and charismatic actors, innovative filmmakers and landmark movies.

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Frank MartinDirector, Writer

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Patrick StewartPatrick StewartHimself - NarratorStanley DonenStanley DonenHelen HayesHelen HayesEsther WilliamsEsther WilliamsFreddie BartholomewFreddie BartholomewWilliam HannaWilliam HannaLuise RainerLuise RainerJoseph BarberaJoseph BarberaVan JohnsonVan JohnsonSamuel MarxSamuel MarxLew AyresLew AyresRoddy McDowallRoddy McDowall

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On April 24, 1924, the movies changed forever: The Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studio opened and soon assembled “more stars than there are in the heavens.” Patrick Stewart hosts this enthralling Emmy® winner as Outstanding Informational Series, a three-part story of M-G-M’s reign as Hollywood’s class act and legendary entertainment empire. Bursting with memorable film clips, rare interviews, behind-the-scenes footage and insider info, this is a mother lode for film fans, profiling perfectionist moguls, glamorous and charismatic actors, innovative filmmakers and landmark movies.

How long is MGM: When the Lion Roars?

MGM: When the Lion Roars has a runtime of 120 minutes.