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[02/12/24 - 10:03 AM]
PBS Shines Spotlight on Vital Ocean-Focused Programming Complementing the Ongoing Environmental and Climate Programming Initiative
In a critical year for ocean science and health, PBS is intensifying its commitment, complementing the multiyear climate initiative, and marking a crucial step towards enhancing awareness and tackling the urgent challenges our oceans face.

[12/05/23 - 09:34 AM]
"Independent Lens" Announces Winter Slate of Documentary Films Highlighting Stories of Courage and Community, Beginning January 9, 2024, on PBS
The films cover a wide range of timely issues including racial tensions, gentrification, mental health, representation, and humanity through the lens of individuals, families, and tight-knit communities.

[11/06/23 - 09:43 AM]
PBS Announces 2024 Election Coverage from Award-Winning Programs to Provide a Close Look at Candidates and Major Issues
The slate is headlined by Geoff Bennett and Amna Nawaz leading the "PBS NewsHour's" coverage of the 2024 presidential election for the first time as co-anchors.

[01/18/22 - 11:11 AM]
PBS Showcases Rich Collection of Stories to Celebrate Black History Month
Lauding the victories and recognizing cultural contributions and sacrifices, these programs will unearth remarkable stories of African Americans across generations, from the famous to the lesser-known.

[12/01/20 - 01:28 PM]
PBS Programming Guide Winter 2021: January - March
Highlights include dramas "Elizabeth Is Missing," "All Creatures Great and Small," "Miss Scarlet & The Duke" and "The Long Song."

[07/28/20 - 10:50 AM]
PBS's "Independent Lens" to Premiere "Mr. Soul!" in Its Upcoming Season, Bringing America's First Black Variety Show Back to Public Television
The pioneering series ran for six years, cementing itself as not only a vehicle to celebrate Black artistry, community and culture but also as a platform for political expression and a powerful force in the fight for social justice.

[11/25/19 - 08:26 AM]
PBS Presents Winter 2020 Programming Lineup, Including New "Masterpiece" Dramas "Sanditon" and "Howards End," and Adventure Series "Expedition with Steve Backshall"
The season is also filled with thematic programming which dives into the diverse culture, food and history that help shape the United States.

[07/18/19 - 07:15 AM]
PBS: America's Home for Documentaries This Fall
Other highlights include the final seasons of "Poldark" and "The Durrells in Corfu."

[12/10/18 - 10:00 AM]
"Won't You Be My Neighbor?," The Acclaimed Story of Fred Rogers and "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood," Debuts Feb. 9 on HBO
In addition, HBO will honor Fred Rogers' contribution and commitment to public television with a special presentation of the film on PBS' "Independent Lens," coinciding with the HBO debut.

[11/14/18 - 11:00 AM]
PBS Announces Winter-Spring 2019 Primetime Schedule
Crowning the new season is the return of "Victoria" (Sundays, January 13-March 3), which finds the Queen facing a crisis that threatens to end her reign.

[07/16/18 - 01:27 PM]
PBS Announces Fall 2018 Primetime Schedule
Look for "The Miniaturist," "The Durrells in Corfu" and "Poldark" to spearhead the network's Sunday lineup.

[07/12/17 - 07:08 AM]
PBS Announces Fall 2017 Schedule
Returning dramas include "Poldark" and "The Durrells in Corfu" as well as holiday specials for "Last Tango in Halifax" and "Call the Midwife."

[01/16/17 - 10:01 AM]
PBS Honors Extraordinary Achievements and Explores Important Conversations as Part of Black History Month Programming
PBS kicks off a new year with documentaries and specials that highlight the African-American experience through content on-air on PBS member stations and online through the PBS Black Culture Connection.

[12/21/16 - 11:26 AM]
PBS Slate of New Programming Looks at Past and Present of Nuclear World
PBS uncovers the awesome and terrifying power of the atom in a three-night marathon of nuclear-themed programming from January 9-11.

[12/01/16 - 07:43 AM]
PBS Announces Mid-Season Schedule
Highlights include the latest presentations from "Masterpiece": "Sherlock," "Dark Angel," "Home Fires," "King Charles III," "To Walk Invisible: The Bronte Sisters" and "Victoria."

[04/28/16 - 07:02 AM]
PBS Summer 2016 Programming Features Comprehensive Election Coverage, New and Returning Drama Series, and Olympic-Themed Specials
Upcoming originals include "Endeavour, Season Three" and "Inspector Lewis, The Final Season."

[01/18/16 - 10:20 AM]
"PBS Election 2016" Offers Comprehensive Look at Candidates and Issues
At the center of this multi-platform initiative is a new strategic partnership with NPR that allows for sharing of news content between the two organizations.

[01/13/16 - 03:27 PM]
PBS Highlights the African-American Experience Through A Wide Range of Content
In addition to documentaries airing in February featuring those who helped influence integration and inclusion, throughout 2016 PBS will also feature programs about moments in history that helped shape race relations today.

[10/19/15 - 10:24 AM]
PBS' Winter/Spring Season Features Endings, Beginnings and Awaited Returns
Highlights include the final season of "Downton Abbey," a "Sherlock" special, the return of "Grantchester" and the premiere of Civil War drama "Mercy Street."

[06/04/15 - 06:58 AM]
PBS Primetime This Fall Shines With Exquisite New Drama, Exuberant Performances, Extraordinary Science and Stars Galore
The 9-part "Indian Summers" on "Masterpiece" premieres September 27 with Golden Globe Award-winning actress Julie Walters in the dramatic retelling of the twilight of British rule in India.

[05/07/15 - 07:12 AM]
"Poldark" Drama and Unprecedented Look at Sea Life in "Big Blue Live" Spark PBS' 2015 Summer Season
"We're breaking new ground on PBS this summer," says Beth Hoppe, PBS Chief Programming Executive and General Manager, General Audience Programming.

[01/15/15 - 03:32 PM]
PBS Black History Month Programming Celebrates the Richness of African-American History and Culture
PBS will offer special new episodes from popular titles, along with encore programming - all of which will stream online after broadcast on the PBS Black Culture Connection.

[11/19/14 - 08:21 AM]
PBS Unveils New Titles as Part of Winter/Spring Season and Expanded Sunday Night Drama Lineup in 2015
Highlights include newcomers "Grantchester," "Wolf Hall," "Poldark" and "Indian Summers."

[04/02/14 - 05:47 AM]
73rd Annual Peabody Awards Winners Announced
Among the TV winners: "Scandal," "Orphan Black," "Orange Is the New Black," "Key & Peele," "House of Cards," "The Bridge" and "Breaking Bad."

[01/16/14 - 01:38 PM]
PBS Celebrates Black History Month with New Programs and a Digital Campaign That Unites More Than a Century of History and Culture
The lineup begins on February 3 with "American Promise," a powerful coming-of-age documentary from "POV."

[10/23/13 - 08:12 AM]
PBS Announces Winter/Spring Season With Strong Roster of Returning Series and New Entries in Variety of Genres
Highlights include the return of "Downton Abbey" (January 5), "Sherlock" (January 19), "Call the Midwife" (March 30) and "Mr. Selfridge" (also March 30).

[10/23/13 - 08:12 AM]
PBS Announces Winter/Spring Season With Strong Roster of Returning Series and New Entries in Variety of Genres
Highlights include the return of "Downton Abbey" (January 5), "Sherlock" (January 19), "Call the Midwife" (March 30) and "Mr. Selfridge" (also March 30).

[05/09/13 - 05:11 AM]
PBS Fall Season Offers an Array of New Series, Specials and Returning Favorites
Highlights include "Foyle's War, Series VII" as well as "The Hollow Crown: Shakespeare's History Plays."

[05/02/13 - 08:46 AM]
PBS Announces Summer Season of Captivating Programming
Highlights include new entries "Endeavour" and "The Lady Vanishes" as well as a new season of "Inspector Lewis."

[03/27/13 - 07:22 AM]
72nd Annual Peabody Awards Winners Announced
Among the TV winners: "Southland," "Switched at Birth," "Game Change," "Louie," "Girls" and "Doctor Who."

[01/28/13 - 07:21 AM]
PBS Celebrates Black History Month with Special Programs and New Black Culture Website
Cab Calloway, Daisy Bates and William Still are among the featured profiles next month.

[01/14/13 - 11:39 AM]
At Winter 2013 TCA Session, PBS Announces New Programming
In the wake of the Newtown tragedy, PBS will broadcast a series of specials that continue the public conversation on gun laws, mental illness and school security.

[01/14/13 - 10:46 AM]
PBS Continues Commitment to Independent Films in 2013 - Short Film Festival and Independent Film Showcase Announced
Films from "POV" and "Independent Lens" will be among those showcased.

[12/06/12 - 06:10 AM]
PBS Announces Winter/Spring 2013 Lineup
Highlights include the third season of "Downton Abbey" on Sunday nights from January 6 to February 17.

[09/06/12 - 11:26 AM]
"As Goes Janesville" to Premiere on the PBS Series "Independent Lens" on Monday, October 8, 2012
The show's regular fall season begins on Monday, October 29 at 10:00/9:00c.

[08/16/12 - 08:50 AM]
PBS Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month September 15 - October 15, 2012
Highlights include "Voces on PBS," a showcase of outstanding documentaries that celebrate the rich diversity of Latino life.

[05/15/12 - 12:11 PM]
PBS Announces Fall 2012 Lineup
Highlights include the return of "Upstairs Downstairs" plus Ken Burns's new documentary "The Dust Bowl."

[04/26/12 - 06:44 AM]
PBS Offers Expansive Slate of New Programming This Summer
Highlights include "Market Warriors," narrated by Fred Willard, premiering July 16 at 9:00/8:00c.

[12/08/11 - 07:34 AM]
PBS Announces Programming Line-Up for 2012 Black History Month Commemoration
This year's schedule "provides an in-depth look at a variety of historical events from the post-Emancipation era to the rise of the black power movement."

[11/17/11 - 08:01 AM]
PBS Announces Winter/Spring 2012 Line-Up
Highlights include the second seasons of "Downton Abbey" (Sunday, January 8) and "Sherlock" (Sunday, May 6).

[01/13/11 - 07:32 AM]
PBS Celebrates Black History Month with More True Originals
Plus: Thousands of hours of PBS programming are available on the PBS Video Portal.

[03/31/10 - 09:05 AM]
69th Annual Peabody Awards Winners Announced
Television honorees include "Modern Family," "Glee," "In Treatment" and "No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency."







INDEPENDENT LENS (PBS)
BROADCAST HISTORY:
8/9/99 - ???
STATUS:
currently airing (spring 2024)
TIME SLOT:
mondays from 10:00 PM-11:00 PM EST
CURRENT SEASON:
24 (??? episodes)
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DESCRIPTION:
(from PBS's web site) Independent Lens is America’s home for independent documentary film.
CREW INFORMATION:
· no information is available
GENRE(S):
· newsmagazine
STUDIO INFORMATION:
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