Quincy Jones

A look at Quincy Jones' life and career as a composer, arranger, musician, and producer from his many friends and peers. Includes some behind the scenes and unseen footage.

A once-in-a-generation innovator, changing the game and inspiring everyone who came after him, Richard's intimate storytelling made the world feel like we knew him and loved him. Richard Pryor lived his life out loud, sharing the pain of the lowest lows and dazzling us from the highest heights. There's simply never been a comedian like Richard: genius, outrageously funny, and perfectly human.

An adaptation of Alex Haley's Roots, in which he traces his family's history from the mid-18th century when one of his ancestors was captured and sold into slavery. Follows the struggle for freedom that began with the boys' abduction to America and continues throughout the generations that follow.