Ted Turner
Self (archive footage)
TV SERIES
Call Me Ted
Documentary
The life and legacy of Ted Turner is told in his own words in this six-part documentary series.
Top cast
Jane Fonda
self
You may also like
TV
Arnold
2023Series
TV
The Last Movie Stars
2022Series
TV
Mr. Scorsese
2025Series
TV
Kylie
2026Series
TV
Pee-wee as Himself
2025Series
TV
The New York Times Presents
2020Series
TV
Mr. McMahon
2024Series
TV
Hulk Hogan: Real American
2026Series
TV
The Beatles Anthology
1995Series
TV
Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields
2023Series
TV
The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling
2018Series
TV
History 101
2020Series
Episodes
6 Episodes
011. Episode 1
Ted Turner's early years are marked by his relationship with his dad—whose suicide precipitates Ted's taking over his billboard business.
022. Episode 2
In the 1970s, Ted buys the Atlanta Braves, launches a SuperStation, sails to an America's Cup triumph, and plans a 24-hour news network: CNN.
033. Episode 3
As the 1980s begin, Ted launches CNN. His desire for world peace prompts him to meet with Fidel Castro and later create the Goodwill Games.
044. Episode 4
In the 1990s, the Gulf War showcases CNN and its intrepid reporters; meanwhile, Ted works to preserve land and save the bison.
055. Episode 5
Ted navigates two huge corporate mergers but must also deal with the fallout from the AOL-Time Warner deal and his split from Jane Fonda.
066. Episode 6
Ted dives deeply into his philanthropic endeavors. Later, he is diagnosed with Lewy body dementia, but as he always has Ted perseveres.