The Many Lives of Martha Stewart

6.0
202440m

From caterer to media mogul, this docuseries explores Martha Stewart's explosive rise, formidable challenges, and remarkable comeback, unveiling the woman behind the legendary icon with unseen images, archival footage, and exclusive interviews.

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Seasons

4 Episodes • Premiered 2024

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1. Setting the Table

A young Martha Stewart begins on Wall Street, but her passion for food leads her and her husband Andy to establish a catering and media empire. Her cookbook Entertaining, with splendid photos, marks her global introduction.

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2. Crafting an Empire

Martha Stewart releases another hit, but faces personal conflicts as her marriage crumbles. Undeterred, she partners with Kmart, launches Martha Stewart Living, solidifying the rise of her empire.

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3. In Hot Water

Martha Stewart's peak success in 1999 is followed by a swift downfall. Two years later, she's found guilty of lying to authorities, serving five months in prison and five months under house arrest.

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4. The Comeback

In prison, Martha Stewart befriends inmates. Doubts about her comeback arise, yet she swiftly resumes work, facing unexpected challenges. Stewart pivots and embraces a new, popular, and culturally relevant version of herself.

Cast

Photo of Martha Stewart

Martha Stewart

Self (archive footage)

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