Bob Ross: The Happy Painter
"Host of television's favorite art show The Joy of Painting"
Originally released in 2011. Bob Ross: The Happy Painter is a documentary film. directed by Sherry Spradlin. At just 64 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bob Ross, Steve Ross, and Walt Kowalski
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 3, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 4m
64 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (13 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Bob Ross
as Self (archive footage)
Steve Ross
as Self (archive footage)
Walt Kowalski
as Self
Annette Kowalski
as Self
William Alexander
as Self (archive footage)
Phil Donahue
as Self
Jane Seymour
as Self
Joan Rivers
as Self (archive footage)
Terrence Howard
as Self
Regis Philbin
as Self (archive footage)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Public Television
- Blue Ridge PBS
Frequently 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 B...
Who directed Bob Ross: The Happy Painter?
Bob Ross: The Happy Painter was directed by Sherry Spradlin.
How long is Bob Ross: The Happy Painter?
Bob Ross: The Happy Painter has a runtime of 1 hours and 4 minutes (64 minutes total).
When was Bob Ross: The Happy Painter released?
Bob Ross: The Happy Painter was released on December 3, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Bob Ross: The Happy Painter?
The main cast of Bob Ross: The Happy Painter includes Bob Ross, Steve Ross, Walt Kowalski, Annette Kowalski, William Alexander.