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Programs/Content

‘Endeavour’ closes latest chapter in enduring ‘Masterpiece’ franchise

By Gregory Wakeman, Freelance Contributor | June 16, 2023

The prequel to “Inspector Morse” has delivered compelling drama, big audiences and fundraising results to public TV since 2013.

Programs/Content

Masterpiece’s ‘Tom Jones’ updates classic romp for unfamiliar audiences

By Jacqueline Cutler, Freelance Contributor | April 10, 2023

The four-hour adaptation, which debuts on PBS April 30, honors the 1749 book yet shows it through a modern lens.

Documentaries

Ken Burns: ‘I do not accept that only people of a particular background can tell certain stories’

By Barry Garron, Freelance Contributor | August 12, 2021

Speaking during the Television Critics Association summer press tour, Burns said he supported PBS’ new initiatives to increase programming diversity.

Programs/Content

Fans, stations welcome return of hit series ‘Sanditon’

By Gregory Wakeman, Freelance Contributor | May 18, 2021

Efficient production and a collaborative funding push allowed for two new seasons of the “Masterpiece” Jane Austen adaptation.

Programs/Content

‘Atlantic Crossing’ brings subtitled Norwegian drama to ‘Masterpiece’

By Barry Garron, Freelance Contributor | February 5, 2021

When the pipeline of British dramas slowed during lockdown, EP Susanne Simpson acquired a World War II drama from Norwegian public broadcaster NRK.

Programs/Content

‘All Creatures’ revival expands women’s roles while staying faithful to original TV show

By Barry Garron, Freelance Contributor | July 30, 2020

Debuting in January, the “Masterpiece” revamp of the long-running classic features a more contemporary sensibility.

Programs/Content

How Rebecca Eaton’s ‘tailor-made’ role at ‘Masterpiece’ fits with a new strategy for original dramas

By Jill Goldsmith, Contributing Editor | April 2, 2020

As intensifying competition drives up the costs of British dramas, production execs at WGBH are developing their own ideas for shows that “Masterpiece” could own.

Programs/Content

‘Masterpiece’ tests digital-first release strategy for steamy costume drama

By Barry Garron, Freelance Contributor | February 11, 2020

EP Susanne Simpson predicts “Beecham House,” a new TV series by filmmaker Gurinder Chadha, will be a “membership magnet” during March pledge.

Programs/Content

‘Masterpiece’ promotes Susanne Simpson in move to bolster program development

By Jill Goldsmith, Contributing Editor | November 21, 2019

Simpson is stepping up to EP to allow Rebecca Eaton to focus on developing new original projects as EP-at-large.

Programs/Content

Sweep of ‘World on Fire’ encompasses portrayals of ordinary lives

By Barry Garron, Freelance Contributor | November 12, 2019

Airing in the spring, the seven-part “Masterpiece” series was inspired by the ’70s-era BBC documentary series “The World at War.”

Programs/Content

Amid growing competition, PBS Distribution boosts investment in British dramas

By Jill Goldsmith, Contributing Editor | May 28, 2019

A licensing partnership between PBS and WGBH is at the center of a strategy to “future-proof” the iconic “Masterpiece.”

Programs/Content

PBS eyes streaming agreements to address ‘profoundly important’ platform goals, Kerger says

By Barry Garron, Freelance Contributor | February 4, 2019

The PBS president told an audience at the Television Critics Association Winter Press Tour to “stay tuned” for possible announcements involving Sling TV and YouTube TV.

People

Remembering Russell Baker, the ‘Masterpiece’ host who performed ‘ballet in a phone booth’

By Rebecca Eaton, Executive Producer (Masterpiece) | January 24, 2019

The writer and columnist, who died Monday at the age of 93, “charmed everyone” he worked with as host of the WGBH series for 10 years.

Programs/Content

PBS Distribution brings Brit drama ‘Jamestown’ to Passport, Amazon viewers first

By Dru Sefton, Senior Editor | March 21, 2018

At present there are no plans to present the miniseries on “Masterpiece,” the iconic WGBH drama series.

Programs/Content

PBS president says network has tightened harassment policies, is eyeing new late-night fare

By Barry Garron, Freelance Contributor | January 17, 2018

No deadline has been set for replacing Charlie Rose and Tavis Smiley, but options include retaining Christiane Amanpour’s show.

Programs/Content

Brits adapt ‘Little Women’ to be ‘fresh and of the moment’

By Jill Goldsmith, Contributing Editor | December 14, 2017

Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel is coming to “Masterpiece” this spring, thanks in part to a nudge by one of England’s most celebrated television writers and a dash of financing from U.S. partners.

Programs/Content

‘Downton’ trio join up for first ‘Masterpiece’ feature film

By Dru Sefton, Senior Editor | May 16, 2017

The film will air on PBS stations after a limited theatrical release.

Programs/Content

Press tour brings questions about federal funding, panel on ‘Vietnam’ soundtrack

By Barry Garron, Freelance Contributor | January 17, 2017

PBS President Paula Kerger assures critics that stations are communicating with members of Congress about the importance of CPB funding.

Programs/Content

New royal drama seen as ‘golden opportunity’ to build on success of ‘Downton’

By Barbara Mulligan | November 1, 2016

The series shares some elements in common with Downton but is based on historical events.

Awards

With Smith’s latest Emmy for ‘Downton,’ hit series leads PBS’s prime-time standouts

By Karen Everhart, Managing Editor | September 19, 2016

Another “Masterpiece” break-out, “Sherlock: The Abominable Bride,” won for best television movie.

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