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Don't Touch That Dial!

Don't Touch That Dial!

19821h
Documentary

Status

Released

Release

1982

Runtime

1h

Storyline

"Don’t Touch That Dial!" is a CBS Reports documentary that explores the creation and production of two American prime-time television series, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers and Family Ties. Broadcast in 1982, the film documents how network television programs are developed for a mass audience, focusing on the industrial, creative, and logistical processes behind successful network scheduling.

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Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h
Dec 23, 1982
Languages
English
Director
Julian Krainin
Production
CBS News Productions
CBS News Productions
Production Countries
United States of America

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