The Blues (2003)

1 season 7 episodes 90 min Documentary

Martin Scorsese Presents The Blues - A Musical Journey

Synopsis

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.

Seasons

Temporada 1 2003 · 7 episodes
Especiais 35 episodes

Cast

Taj Mahal Self
B.B. King Self
Marcia Ball Self
Ike Turner Self
Salif Keita Self
Ray Charles Self
Ali Farka Touré Self
Rosco Gordon Self (archive footage)
John Lee Hooker Self (archive footage)
Roy Hawkins Self (archive footage)
Sam Carr Self
Toumani Diabate Self
Corey Harris Self
Son House Self (archive footage)
Willie King Self
Habib Koité Self
Lead Belly Self (archive footage)
Keb' Mo' Self

Production

StatusEnded
NetworkPBS
CountriesUnited States
First aired09/28/2003
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Crew

Clint Eastwood Director
Richard Pearce Director
Martin Scorsese Director
Wim Wenders Director
Charles Burnett Director
Mike Figgis Director
Marc Levin Director
Peter Guralnick Writer
Charles Burnett Writer
Wim Wenders Writer
Robert Gordon Writer
Jody Patton Executive producer

Questions about the series The Blues

What is The Blues about?

The Blues: 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 incl…

How many seasons does The Blues have?

The Blues has 1 season, with 7 episodes in total.

Is The Blues still running?

The Blues has ended in 2003.

How long is each episode of The Blues?

Each episode of The Blues runs about 90 minutes.

Who stars in The Blues?

The cast of The Blues includes Taj Mahal, B.B. King, Marcia Ball, Ike Turner and Salif Keita.