Here’s everything we know about Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed.
What is the title of the Bob Ross Netflix documentary?
The full title of the documentary is Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed. The first term in that list refers to a phrase Ross commonly said about the “joy of painting,” which he used as a way to excuse mistakes while painting.
When does the Bob Ross Netflix documentary premiere?
Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed drops on Netflix on Wednesday, August 25.
How long is the Bob Ross Netflix documentary?
Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed is 90 minutes long.
What is the Bob Ross Netflix documentary about?
The official synopsis from Netflix reads: “Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed brings us the shockingly untold story of the prolific landscape artist and host of The Joy of Painting. With a keen appreciation for nature, and a kind and gentle demeanor, Bob Ross encouraged everyone he met to embrace their creativity and believe in themselves, becoming a cultural phenomenon along the way. The man who famously said that there were no mistakes—just happy accidents—has brought sheer delight to the world for decades. Beyond the iconic hair, soothing voice and nostalgic paintings lies a mystery that many have yet to discover.” According to Entertainment Weekly, the documentary focuses not only on the life of Ross, but the posthumous drama. That includes the big legal battle over rights between his son Steve and Bob Ross Inc., which has become a powerful presence in the painting supplies market.
Is the Bob Ross Netflix documentary scandalous?
Probably not! Much of the hype about the “shockingly untold story” and the “mystery that many have yet to discover” seems to be hype to drive interest in Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed. According to a review by The Hollywood Reporter, “A problem may be that Ross wasn’t a hugely interesting guy, which I don’t mean necessarily as an insult. Lots of stars don’t have deep, dark secrets and for lots of public figures there’s little or no friction between their public image and the truth.”
Why is Bob Ross so popular?
Now, 26 years after his death, Ross is more popular than ever. A quick search yields shirts, socks, bobbleheads, stickers, painting kits and more featuring the iconic painter. But what makes Bob Ross so popular? With his distinctive permed Afro hair, gentle voice, and signature expressions (“we don’t make mistakes; we have happy accidents”), watching Ross was a calming almost meditative experience. His reassurance that almost any problem could be fixed in his wet-on-wet style of painting—or perhaps in life too. “Despite how difficult things got at times, he just had this unbelievable ability to connect with whoever was watching,” the Netflix documentary’s director, Joshua Rofé, told CNN.
Who directed the Bob Ross Netflix documentary?
The film is directed by Joshua Rofé. He also serves as a producer alongside Oscar nominee Melissa McCarthy and husband Ben Falcone.
How many episodes are there of The Joy of Painting?
From 1983 to 1994, Bob Ross filmed 403 episodes of The Joy of Painting.
How many paintings did Bob Ross paint?
Bob Ross produced approximately 30,000 paintings—on-air or during his traveling workshops before his death in 1995.
Where to watch the new Bob Ross documentary
The new documentary, Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed, is exclusively on Netflix. Subscription required.
Watch the trailer for the Bob Ross Netflix documentary.
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