Paul Merton's Birth of Hollywood(2011)
Overview
Paul Merton's Birth of Hollywood is a 2011 BBC documentary series written, directed and presented by Paul Merton. The three-part series traces the rise of the American film-making industry in Hollywood through from the early years of film-making to the foundation of the major motion-picture studios and the new class of the film star.
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3 episodes • 2011
Season 1
3 episodes • 2011
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Part 1 | May 27, 2011 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Part 2 | Jun 3, 2011 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Part 3 | Jun 10, 2011 | 0.0 |
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