Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession
A documentary on the Z Channel, one of the first pay cable stations in the US, and its programming chief, Jerry Harvey. Debuting in 1974, the LA-based channel's eclectic slate of movies became a prime example of the untapped power of cable television.
- Overview
- Cast
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Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
May 16, 2004
Runtime
2h 1m
Genres
History, Documentary
User Score
69%
Original Title
Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession
Production Companies
Maja Films, Fresh Produce Films, Independent Film Channel
Director
Xan Cassavetes
Description
A documentary on the Z Channel, one of the first pay cable stations in the US, and its programming chief, Jerry Harvey. Debuting in 1974, the LA-based channel's eclectic slate of movies became a prime example of the untapped power of cable television.
