Bob Ross: The Happy Painter (Movie)

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.

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1. Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed (2021) (Movie) (3)
   

   Bob Ross...Self (archive footage)

   Steve Ross...Self - Bob's Son

   William Alexander...Self - Host, The Magic of Oil Painting III (archive footage)
2. Dudley Do-Right (1999) (Movie) (2)
   

   Regis Philbin...Himself

   

   Kathie Lee Gifford...Herself
3. Mother Goose: A Rappin' and Rhymin' Special (1997) (Movie) (2)
   

   Kathie Lee Gifford...Jill (voice)

   

   Regis Philbin...Jack (voice)
4. Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles Project (2007) (Movie) (2)
   

   Regis Philbin...Himself

   

   Joan Rivers...Himself
5. Sesame Street All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever! (1994) (Movie) (2)
   

   Kathie Lee Gifford...Self

   

   Regis Philbin...Self