Here's the story of the naughty cartoon character that originally was woman with the face of a dog in a 1930 movie. Includes an animated performance with Cab Calloway, and examines why Betty's strip was censored.

The marauding mercenary of English folklore is one of history's best-known tales, and the legend of Robin Hood is the inspiration for more movies, radio, and TV programs than any other folk hero. But the image of a hero in tights and a feathered cap is a somewhat recent addition to the myth. In reality, Robin Hood is a composite of several historical figures whose exploits date back to the age of the Crusades. In the film Robin Hood, starring Russell Crowe, director Ridley Scott's production is based on the most solid and recent historical research into the character and promises a startlingly fresh interpretation of Robin Hood for a new generation. This special will distinguish between historical evidence and Hollywood fiction, and seek to create a realistic portrait of the mythical hero. Includes clips from the film as well as interviews with director Scott, principal Robin Hood cast members, and renowned historians.

The story of how the mighty mortal son of Zeus became one of the most enduring legends of Greek mythology. Includes the saga of the 12 labors of Hercules, which included battles with a vicious multi-headed serpent, the Lernaean Hydra, and the enormous Ceryneian Hind, sacred to the goddess Artemis, with golden antlers like a stag and hooves of bronze or brass.

An exciting and often hilarious look at the intergalactic space hero and his quest to save Earth! Flash was born in the comic strips in 1934 and blasted his way into radio and the movies.

A look at the world's greatest detective with an intriguing twist--the program assumes that Sherlock Holmes is a real person! Examines such famous cases as The Hound of the Baskervilles and The Final Problem, and includes footage from a 1928 interview with Arthur Conan Doyle.

He pulled Excalibur out of the stone, gathered knights at the Round Table, and was trained by Merlin the Magician. But who was the great English king, who has inspired art and politics from medieval times to the age of Kennedy? This portrait of Arthur traces the myth and legend of Camelot's king.

A look at the continuing fascination with the tale of Quasimodo, the deformed bell-ringer of Notre Dame Cathedral. Includes the story of how Victor Hugo created the character.