Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: N/A
Type: Scripted
Rating: 8.0/10
VH1's Legends
Overview
Legends is a music biography television series on VH1. Originally sponsored by AT&T Corporation, this series documents those artists who have made a significant contribution to music history to be profiled on the show. The show goes in-depth into the entire career of the artist, with each episode containing rare concert and music video footage. The initial episodes were narrated by Kris Kristofferson, however other narrators have included Sheryl Crow, Steven Tyler, Ossie Davis, Levon Helm, Henry Rollins and James Justice. Recent episodes have been hosted by William Baldwin. Tina Turner, Elton John, Pink Floyd and John Lennon are the only artists so far to have been profiled on both Legends and Behind The Music.
This production, originally released in 1996, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Documentary genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 8.0 across its 3 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Documentary.
- • Produced in United States of America.
- • Original Language: English.
Seasons
Season 1
20 Episodes • Aired 1996-12-02
Hour-long documentaries detailing the lives and careers of celebrities in the music industry.
Season 2
6 Episodes • Aired 1999-12-06
More hour-long documentaries detailing the lives and careers of celebrities in the music industry.
Season 3
3 Episodes • Aired 2000-12-04
Yet more hour-long documentaries detailing the lives and careers of celebrities in the music industry.
