Harry Smith

Acting

Known For & Full Filmography16 Titles

#1Jeopardy!

Drama Series - 1984, 16 episodes as Self

6.9 / 10
RealityFamily

America's favorite quiz show where contestants are presented with general knowledge clues in the form of answers, and must phrase their responses in question form.

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#2The Colbert Report

Drama Series - 2005, 16 episodes as Self

7.0 / 10
NewsComedy

The Colbert Report is an American satirical late night television program. It stars political humorist Stephen Colbert, a former correspondent for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. The Colbert Report is a spin-off from and counterpart to The Daily Show that comments on politics and the media in a similar way. The show focuses on a fictional anchorman character named Stephen Colbert, played by his real-life namesake. The character, described by Colbert as a "well-intentioned, poorly informed, high-status idiot", is a caricature of televised political pundits.

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#3The View

Drama Series - 1997, 16 episodes as Self

4.3 / 10
Talk

ABC Daytime's morning chatfest, currently featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro discussing the most exciting events of the day. Hot topics in the news, the best experts in their field, celebrity interviews and general entertainment are all part of The View.

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#4CBS News Sunday Morning

Drama Series - 1979, 16 episodes as Self

6.8 / 10
News

The sparkling notes of a trumpet fanfare and the familiar logo of the sun alert viewers that it's time for CBS's Sunday morning staple. Journalist Jane Pauley helms the show, taking over hosting duties from Charles Osgood, who spent 22 years on the job. A morning talk show, this program airs at a different pace and focuses much of its attention on the performing arts. After a quick update of the day's news and national weather, correspondents offer longer-length segments on a variety of topics, from architecture to ballet to music to pop culture to politics.

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#5Just Shoot Me!

Drama Series - 1997, 16 episodes as Harry Smith

6.6 / 10
Comedy

See the inner workings of a high-style magazine owned by Jack Gallo, who has hired his quick-tempered but talented daughter, Maya, to write for the publication. Challenging her at every turn is Nina, a vain and superficial former model. Then there's photographer Elliot, a man who is very popular with his portrait subjects as well as other women. completing the core staff is her father's assistant, Dennis, a glorified secretary who is generally disrespectful to one and all.

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#6Late Night with Conan O'Brien

Drama Series - 1993, 16 episodes as Self - Guest

7.3 / 10
ComedyTalk

Stepping into the late-late slot vacated by David Letterman, Conan O'Brien stars in a show that far outdoes its competition in sheer strangeness. Along with the celebrity interviews and musical numbers typical of late-night talk shows, this program make frequent use of odd walk-on characters and frequent "visits" from celebrity guests.

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#7The Early Show

Drama Series - 1999, 16 episodes as Self - Host

6.2 / 10
News

The Early Show is an American morning television show which was broadcast by CBS from New York City from 1999 to 2012. The program aired live from 7 to 9 a.m. Eastern Time Monday through Friday in the Eastern time zone; most affiliates in the Central, Mountain, and Pacific time zones aired the show on tape-delay from 7 to 9 a.m. local time. The Saturday edition aired live from 7 to 9 a.m. Eastern Time as well, but a number of affiliates did not carry it or aired it later on tape-delay. It premiered on November 1, 1999, and was the newest of the major networks' morning shows, although CBS has made several attempts to program in the morning slot since 1954. The show aired as a division of CBS News. The Early Show, like many of its predecessors, traditionally ran last in the ratings to its rivals, NBC's Today and ABC's Good Morning America. Much like NBC's The Today Show and The Tonight Show, the title The Early Show was analogous to that of CBS's late-night talk show, The Late Show.

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#8Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words

Movie - 2016, 2h 15m as Self (archive footage)

7.4 / 10
MusicDocumentary

Utilizing potent TV interviews and many forgotten performances from his 30-year career, we are immersed into Frank Zappa’s world while experiencing two distinct facets of his complex character. At once Zappa was both a charismatic composer who reveled in the joy of performing and, in the next moment, a fiercely intelligent and brutally honest interviewee whose convictions only got stronger as his career ascended.

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#9George Lucas: Creating an Empire

Movie - 2005, 2h 15m as Narrator

5.0 / 10
Documentary

A Biography of George Lucas.

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#10Landslide: A Portrait of President Herbert Hoover

Movie - 2009, 2h 15m as Self - Narrator (voice)

7.7 / 10
DocumentaryHistory

Documentary about personal life of Herbert Hoover's and his governmental career, profiles the former head of state's political philosophy, memorable election campaigns, Great Depression policies and more. Through interviews with scholars such as David Kennedy, Robert Reich and Tim Egan, this biography sheds new light on the underappreciated president's difficult tenure and enduring legacy.

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#11Vivien Leigh: A Delicate Balance

Movie - 2000, 2h 15m as Self - Host (voice)

9.0 / 10
DocumentaryHistory

Explores the many facets of Vivien Leigh's life and performances through rarely-seen home movies, personal photographs and interviews with her family and friends. An episode of A&E Biography, a series that recounts the life stories of various historical figures and celebrities.

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#12Christmas Unwrapped: The History of Christmas

Movie - 1997, 2h 15m as Narrator (voice)

5.8 / 10
DocumentaryHistory

Christmas abounds with traditions, from neighborhood carolers to lovingly decorated trees, but from where did all these rituals emerge? This enlightening program looks at the origins of the Western world's most popular Christmas traditions -- from the significance of December 25th and its relationship to winter solstice to the enchanting legend of Santa Claus and Prince Albert's 1841 unveiling of the Christmas tree.

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#13Al Lewis: Forever Grandpa

Movie - 2000, 2h 15m as Self - Narrator (voice)

8.0 / 10
DocumentaryComedy

Al Lewis becomes well-known for his iconic role as Grandpa on "The Munsters".

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#14The Haunted History of Halloween

Movie - 1997, 2h 15m as Host / Narrator (voice)

6.9 / 10
Documentary

The origins of Halloween are explored in this engrossing program on the subject. A ghoulish array of costumes, make up, and decoration descend on communities every year on October 31st, but few people are aware of how the celebration came to exist. Harry Smith attempts to get to the bottom of the mystery in THE HAUNTED HISTORY OF HALLOWEEN, which delves into the 3,000 years of hoopla that traditionally unfolds when October comes around. As the history is explained, so are various failed attempts to co-opt the festival by various religious groups; but the most compelling revelation is how little the festival has changed over the centuries. A marvelous way to gain a historical perspective on this entertaining holiday, Smith's program is almost as fun as carving a pumpkin, donning a spooky costume, and undertaking a little trick or treating!

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#15Katharine Hepburn: On Her Own Terms

Movie - 1996, 2h 15m as Self - Narrator (voice)

5.0 / 10
HistoryDocumentary

Four-time Oscar-winner Katharine Hepburn called herself a "personality" as well as an actress, and rightfully so. This biography chronicles her life as an independent woman and legendary actress, from her childhood to her passionate relationships. Brought to light are thoughts on Howard Hughes, John Ford and longtime companion Spencer Tracy. Her story comes to life through rare home movies, screen tests, movie outtakes and interviews.

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#16Fannie's Last Supper

Movie - 2010, 2h 15m as Self

8.8 / 10
Documentary

"Fannie's Last Supper" reveals the origins of American cooking and explores how the culinary expert Fannie Farmer sowed the seeds of the modern food revolution.

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