S1.E1 ∙ The Lion's Roar Sat, Mar 21, 1992 Traces the studio's creation and rise under the guidance of Louis B. Mayer and Irving J. Thalberg, from 1924 to 1936. 8 /10
S1.E2 ∙ The Lion Reigns Supreme Sun, Mar 22, 1992 MGM Studios history of the post-Thalberg period and the productions of 1936-46. 7.8 /10
S1.E3 ∙ The Lion in Winter Mon, Mar 23, 1992 MGM declines: more pictures flop, fewer win Oscars, Mayer hates the realistic message movies of Schary and is fired by Schenk, stars are released from contracts. A Kerkorian takeover leads to sets and props sold, Turner buying the library. 8 /10