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The American Short Story

Six-episode series of filmed adaptations of fiction by nine American authors, from Ambrose Bierce to John Updike. The stories deal with recurring themes in life. Produced by Learning in Focus.

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Status

Returning Series

Original Name

The American Short Story

First Air Date

April 5, 1977

Last Air Date

April 5, 1977

Seasons

1

Episodes

1

Language

English

Production Companies

Learning in Focus

Networks

PBS

S01E01

Bernice Bobs Her Hair

A buck-toothed wallflower is taught how to entice young men, only to realize how false and cruel the world really is. Her revenge is bittersweet.

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