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MGM: When the Lion Roars (1992)

TV Series ★ 7.9 120 min

Documentary

On April 24, 1924, the movies changed forever: The Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studio opened and soon assembled “more stars than there are in the heavens.” Patrick Stewart hosts this enthralling Emmy® winner as Outstanding Informational Series, a three-part story of M-G-M’s reign as Hollywood’s class act and legendary entertainment empire. Bursting with memorable film clips, rare interviews, behind-the-scenes footage and insider info, this is a mother lode for film fans, profiling perfectionist moguls, glamorous and charismatic actors, innovative filmmakers and landmark movies.

Frank Martin Director Frank Martin Writer

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Released
March 22, 1992
Runtime
120 min
IMDb
tt0205658
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Studio
Turner Pictures

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Cast

Patrick Stewart Patrick Stewart Himself - Narrator Stanley Donen Stanley Donen Helen Hayes Helen Hayes Esther Williams Esther Williams Freddie Bartholomew Freddie Bartholomew William Hanna William Hanna Luise Rainer Luise Rainer Joseph Barbera Joseph Barbera Van Johnson Van Johnson Samuel Marx Lew Ayres Lew Ayres Roddy McDowall Roddy McDowall Ernest Borgnine Ernest Borgnine Mickey Rooney Mickey Rooney Richard Brooks Richard Brooks Margaret Booth Margaret Booth

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Frequently asked questions

What is MGM: When the Lion Roars about?
On April 24, 1924, the movies changed forever: The Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer studio opened and soon assembled “more stars than there are in the heavens.” Patrick Stewart hosts this enthralling Emmy® winner as Outstanding Informational Series, a three-part story of M-G-M’s reign as Hollywood’s class act and legendary entertainment empire. Bursting with memorable film clips, rare interviews, behind-the-scenes footage and insider info, this is a mother lode for film fans, profiling perfectionist moguls, glamorous and charismatic actors, innovative filmmakers and landmark movies.
Who created MGM: When the Lion Roars?
MGM: When the Lion Roars was created by Frank Martin.
Who stars in MGM: When the Lion Roars?
MGM: When the Lion Roars stars Patrick Stewart, Stanley Donen, Helen Hayes, Esther Williams.
When was MGM: When the Lion Roars released?
MGM: When the Lion Roars is a 1992 documentary series.
Where can I watch MGM: When the Lion Roars?
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