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Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession
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Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession

2004 · 121 min History Documentary
⭐ 7.1 / 10 · TMDB

A documentary on the Z Channel, one of the first pay cable stations in the US, and its programming chief, Jerry Harvey. Debuting in 1974, the LA-based channel's eclectic slate of movies became a prime example of the untapped power of cable television.

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Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession is a solid entry rated 7.1/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A 2004 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

Quentin Tarantino

Quentin Tarantino

Self

Robert Altman

Robert Altman

Self

Jim Jarmusch

Jim Jarmusch

Self

Paul Verhoeven

Paul Verhoeven

Self

Alexander Payne

Alexander Payne

Self

James Woods

James Woods

Self

Henry Jaglom

Henry Jaglom

Self

Jacqueline Bisset

Jacqueline Bisset

Self

Kris Kristofferson

Kris Kristofferson

Self

Theresa Russell

Theresa Russell

Self

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