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The Blues (2003)

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The Blues (2003) is a seven-part documentary series produced by Martin Scorsese that explores the history and influence of blues music. Each episode, directed by a different filmmaker, traces a unique aspect of the genre’s evolution—from its African roots to its global impact. Originally airing on PBS, the series includes Scorsese’s Feel Like Going Home, Wim Wenders’ The Soul of a Man, Richard Pearce’s The Road to Memphis, Charles Burnett’s Warming by the Devil’s Fire, Marc Levin’s Godfathers and Sons, Mike Figgis’ Red, White and Blues, and Clint Eastwood’s Piano Blues.

First Air Date
September 28, 2003
Seasons
1
Episodes
7
Rating
7.4/10 (18 votes)
Network: PBS
Production: Vulcan Productions, Road Movies, Jigsaw Productions
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The Blues (2003) is a seven-part documentary series produced by Martin Scorsese that explores the history and influence of blues music. Each episode, directed by a different filmmaker, traces a unique aspect of the genre’s evolution—from its African roots to its global impact. Originally airing on PBS, the series includes Scorsese’s Feel Like Going Home, Wim Wenders’ The Soul of a Man, Richard Pearce’s The Road to Memphis, Charles Burnett’s Warming by the Devil’s Fire, Marc Levin’s Godfathers and Sons, Mike Figgis’ Red, White and Blues, and Clint Eastwood’s Piano Blues.

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StatusEnded
TypeMiniseries
First Aired9/28/2003
Last Aired10/4/2003
Seasons1
Episodes7
LanguageEnglish
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7

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Blues about?

The Blues (2003) is a seven-part documentary series produced by Martin Scorsese that explores the history and influence of blues music. Each episode, directed by a different filmmaker, traces a unique…

How many seasons does The Blues have?

1

How many episodes does The Blues have?

7

Is The Blues still running?

No, it ended in 2003.

When did The Blues first air?

September 28, 2003

What genre is The Blues?

Documentary