S28·E5 Plimpton! Starring George Plimpton as Himself
- Episode
- Season 28, Episode 5
- Air Date
- May 16, 2014
- Runtime
- 90 minutes
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
Profiling George Plimpton (1927-2003), whose exploits in participatory journalism led to such fun reads as "Paper Lion" (about how he tried out for the Detroit Lions) and "Out of My League" (about his stint pitching to baseball all-stars). He also edited the literary journal Paris Review; hung out with U.S. presidents; and served as the Big Apple's (unofficial) fireworks commissioner. The documentary includes archival footage; and remarks from such notables as Robert Kennedy Jr. and Hugh Hefner.
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When did Season 28 Episode 5 of American Masters air?
Season 28, Episode 5 ('Plimpton! Starring George Plimpton as Himself') originally aired on May 16, 2014.
How long is Season 28 Episode 5 ('Plimpton! Starring George Plimpton as Himself')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 90 minutes.
What happens in American Masters Season 28 Episode 5?
Profiling George Plimpton (1927-2003), whose exploits in participatory journalism led to such fun reads as "Paper Lion" (about how he tried out for the Detroit Lions) and "Out of My League" (about his stint pitching to baseball all-stars). He also edited the literary journal Paris Review; hung out w...
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