Bob Ross: The Happy Painter (2011)

  • G
  • 12/03/2011 (US)
  • Documentary
  • 1h 4m

Host of television's favorite art show The Joy of Painting

Overview

A behind-the-scenes look at the beloved public television personality's journey from humble beginnings to an American pop-culture icon. "The Happy Painter" reveals the public and private sides of Bob Ross through loving accounts from close friends and family, childhood photographs and rare archival footage. Interviewees recount his gentle, mild-mannered demeanor and unwavering dedication to wildlife, and disclose little-known facts about his hair, his fascination with fast cars and more. Film clips feature Bob Ross with mentor William Alexander and the rough-cut of the first "Joy of Painting" episode from 1982. Famous Bob Ross enthusiasts, including talk-show pioneer Phil Donahue, film stars Jane Seymour and Terrence Howard, chef Duff Goldman and country music favorites Brad Paisley and Jerrod Niemann, provide fascinating insights into the man, the artist and his legacy.

Sherry Spradlin

Director

Cast

Bob Ross's headshot

Bob Ross

Self (archive footage)
Steve Ross's headshot

Steve Ross

Self (archive footage)
Walt Kowalski's headshot

Walt Kowalski

Self
Annette Kowalski's headshot

Annette Kowalski

Self
William Alexander's headshot

William Alexander

Self (archive footage)
Phil Donahue's headshot

Phil Donahue

Self
Jane Seymour's headshot

Jane Seymour

Self
Joan Rivers's headshot

Joan Rivers

Self (archive footage)

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