Bob Ross: The Happy Painter (2011)
Host of television's favorite art show The Joy of Painting
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.
Cast
- Bob Ross - Self (archive footage)
- Steve Ross - Self (archive footage)
- Walt Kowalski - Self
- Annette Kowalski - Self
- William Alexander - Self (archive footage)
- Phil Donahue - Self
- Jane Seymour - Self
- Joan Rivers - Self (archive footage)
- Terrence Howard - Self
- Regis Philbin - Self (archive footage)
Keywords
painting, art school, public television, art, mother nature
Trailer
Bob Ross: The Happy Painter TrailerFrequently Asked Questions
- What is Bob Ross: The Happy Painter about?
- 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.
- Who directed Bob Ross: The Happy Painter?
- Bob Ross: The Happy Painter was directed by Sherry Spradlin.
- Who stars in Bob Ross: The Happy Painter?
- Bob Ross: The Happy Painter stars Bob Ross, Steve Ross, Walt Kowalski, Annette Kowalski, William Alexander, Phil Donahue.
- How long is Bob Ross: The Happy Painter?
- Bob Ross: The Happy Painter has a runtime of 1h 4m (64 minutes).
- What genre is Bob Ross: The Happy Painter?
- Bob Ross: The Happy Painter is a Documentary film.
- Where was Bob Ross: The Happy Painter produced?
- Bob Ross: The Happy Painter was produced in United States of America.