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Bob Ross: The Happy Painter

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7.2/10 • 12

2011-12-031h 4m

Documentary

Host of television's favorite art show The Joy of Painting

A behind-the-scenes look at the beloved public television personality's journey from humble beginnings to an American pop-culture icon. "The Happy Painter" reveals the public and private sides of Bob Ross through loving accounts from close friends and family, childhood photographs and rare archival footage. Interviewees recount his gentle, mild-mannered demeanor and unwavering dedication to wildlife, and disclose little-known facts about his hair, his fascination with fast cars and more. Film clips feature Bob Ross with mentor William Alexander and the rough-cut of the first "Joy of Painting" episode from 1982. Famous Bob Ross enthusiasts, including talk-show pioneer Phil Donahue, film stars Jane Seymour and Terrence Howard, chef Duff Goldman and country music favorites Brad Paisley and Jerrod Niemann, provide fascinating insights into the man, the artist and his legacy.

Directors
Sherry Spradlin
Editors
Alan J. Scherry

Top Billed Cast

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  1. Bob Ross

    Bob Ross

    Self (archive footage)

  2. Steve Ross

    Steve Ross

    Self (archive footage)

  3. Walt Kowalski

    Walt Kowalski

    Self

  4. Annette Kowalski

    Annette Kowalski

    Self

  5. William Alexander

    William Alexander

    Self (archive footage)

  6. Phil Donahue

    Phil Donahue

    Self

  7. Jane Seymour

    Jane Seymour

    Self

  8. Joan Rivers

    Joan Rivers

    Self (archive footage)

  9. Terrence Howard

    Terrence Howard

    Self

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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
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Revenue
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Keywords
paintingart schoolpublic televisionartmother nature