Ted Turner Documentary Series Now Streaming

The new docuseries 'Call Me Ted,' now streaming on MAX, provides an in-depth exploration of media mogul Ted Turner's life and career, featuring interviews with significant figures such as Jane Fonda and Christiane Amanpour. The six-part series, produced by Joni Levin and Keith Clarke, highlights Turner's journey from his childhood to becoming the founder of CNN and a notable philanthropist, with Turner himself endorsing the project. Keith Clarke remarked on the dramatic nature of Turner's life, calling it a 'life and death adventure.' Celebrated at a preview event in Atlanta, Turner was honored for his groundbreaking contributions to media, with Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav emphasizing his transformative impact on the industry. Turner, who is living with Lewy body dementia, continues to be recognized for his legacy as a pioneer in cable news and a supporter of various philanthropic efforts. The docuseries promises to captivate viewers with its rich storytelling and personal insights into a complex figure in American media history.