Release Date

01 Jan, 1984

Total Episode/Season

883/1

Synopsis

The Heartland Series is a series of television programs about the culture of Appalachia, produced by WBIR-TV of Knoxville, Tennessee, over the 25-year period 1984 through 2009. The series has been produced on a limited basis since 2010.

Original Title

The Heartland Series

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Specials

Volume 1

31 Dec, 1983

The Heartland Series is your personal journey through all the wonder that makes the Smoky Mountains unique. Featuring spectacular videography from all seasons, The Heartland Series also captures the human spirit that resides here. You will meet the descendants of the earliest pioneers; the people who lived secluded for years and developed an originality apparent today. It’s a journey you will want to take again and again.

Volume 2

Volume 3

It began in the Smoky Mountains but now embraces an entire region. An exploration of the history, traditions and folkways of East Tennesseans — The Heartland Series continues the celebration of a people and their land.

Volume 4

Volume 5

The Heartland Series continues its tradition of rich photography, gentle countrysides and gracious people. It’s a forthright chronicle of simple pleasures all too soon disappearing from the Appalachians, preserved here for your enjoyment.

Volume 6

The Heartland Series continues its tradition of rich photography, gentle countrysides and gracious people. It’s a forthright chronicle of simple pleasures all too soon disappearing from the Appalachians, preserved here for your enjoyment.

Volume 7

Volume 8

Experience the wit, wisdom, and knowledge of tradition native to the people of the Appalachians. The Heartland Series is your permanent collection of the values, folkways, natural wonders and unique history of this rich and varied region of the country.

Volume 9

Explore places that make up the legends and lore of the Southern Appalachians. The natural world unfolds before you; and forthright people tell of the traditions still existing, and others kept alive only in memory. Along the way, you’ll discover the rich heritage of this unique region from these heartwarming and often humorous episodes.

Volume 10

Explore places that make up the legends and lore of the Southern Appalachians. The natural world unfolds before you; and forthright people tell of the traditions still existing, and others kept alive only in memory. Along the way, you’ll discover the rich heritage of this unique region from these heartwarming and often humorous episodes.

Volume 11

With stunning videography and simple storytelling, The Heartland Series captures the history and traditions of a region. Look closely at the resilient forces of nature. This collection of episodes will entertain and educate the entire family.

Volume 12

With stunning videography and simple storytelling, The Heartland Series captures the history and traditions of a region. Look closely at the resilient forces of nature. This collection of episodes will entertain and educate the entire family.

Volume 13

The Heartland Series was created in 1984 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Many years and many episodes later, the mountains continue to inspire our storytelling. “More Stories from the Mountains” is a collection of episodes never before included on any DVD. This special volume captures the spirit of the people who lived and worked in these mountains as well as the wild creatures that inhabit them now. This DVD also contains a short documentary about the now-ended effort to return the endangered red wolf to the Smokies.

Volume 14

Herein are the lonesome strains of the music born of the mountains. The myths and legends that haunt the region. The beautiful tranquility of the land and the fierce pride of a people; sights and sounds of a unique place in a collection to enjoy at your leisure.

Volume 15

The Heartland Series presents stories of the southern Appalachian Mountains. They are told by ordinary people of the region, accompanied by rich videography and traditional music. Rediscover an almost forgotten way of life. Get a glimpse into a fascinating heritage. Come along for an unforgettable journey that is The Heartland Series.

Volume 16

Climb the majestic heights of a mountain, or descend deep into the earth. Your guide is The Heartland Series with Bill Landry. The journey encompasses more than distance: a rich heritage, a warm spirit and gentle sense of place await you in this 10th Anniversary collection of The Heartland Series.

Volume 17

The tireless industry of humans and nature and the often spectacular results. The pulse of the seasons in the southern Appalachians. True stories that chronicle the human drama of the people of the region. These glimpses of southern Appalachia are yours to keep in this volume of The Heartland Series, a celebration of people and their land.

Volume 18

Uplifting storytelling and insightful videography are the hallmark of The Heartland Series. This volume continues to discover the real treasures of southern Appalachia, its rich natural and cultural heritage. Also included here are stories that make tribute to Tennessee’s Bicentennial. The celebration of a people and their land carries on.

Volume 19

The 19th edition of The Heartland Series showcases natural wonders and human dramas of the southern Appalachians. See time inspired art on cave walls and in rural post offices. Hear traditional ballad music and the tunes of a modern guitar maker. A farmer climbs atop her tin roof to dry apples; another breaks bread with a mysterious stranger. We hope you enjoy the stories presented here for years to come.

Volume 20

The Heartland Series continues to chronicle life of the southern Appalachians. Hear four East Tennesseans recall how their expectations of life changed because of WWII and how a couple struggles with the future of their family farm in the face of development pressures. As always, this collection features spectacular scenery, lifeways, music and unforgettable characters.

Volume 21

People wonder how The Heartland Series keeps coming up with stories. Truly, they are everywhere. In the glorious scenery just across the mountain or around that next bend. In the fascinating endeavors of nature. In the people of the southern Appalachians who appear ordinary, yet weave tales of imagination and humor. We hope you enjoy watching this collection as much as we did putting it together.

Volume 22

The Heartland Series is your personal journey through all the wonder that makes the Smoky Mountains unique. Featuring spectacular videography from all seasons, The Heartland Series also captures the human spirit that resides here. You will meet the descendants of the earliest pioneers; the people who lived secluded for years and developed an originality apparent today. It’s a journey you will want to take again and again.

Volume 23

The art of storytelling is alive and well. Maybe it’s because mountain people have such a rich oral tradition. Or, maybe it’s because we have so many great stories to tell! From the mystique of the early Cherokee Indians to the people who live among us, these stories are more than entertainment, they are a part of our past, and make us who we are today.

Volume 24

A celebration of people and their land; it is the foundation of The Heartland Series. From the complexities of plowing to the art of whittling, this volume of The Heartland Series brings you the stories of the people who are the essence of the southern Appalachians. While they are simply stories of everyday mountain people, you’ll find they speak to the spirit of humans everywhere.

Volume 25

It is a unique sampling of the Appalachian Mountain region and the people, plants and animals that call it home. Volume 25 of The Heartland Series takes you on a journey from the soaring heights of Spence Field in the Great Smoky Mountains, to the mysterious underwater world of mussels in the Big South Fork. Each series is a treat for the senses, with dazzling visual images and memorable music that will become a treasured keepsake to be enjoyed time and again. Volume 25 of The Heartland Series.... an enduring tribute to a wondrous place. One you can take with you, wherever you call home!

Volume 26

Volume 27

The mission of The Heartland Series is to celebrate the fabric of southern Appalachian culture. For over twenty years, WBIR’s Bill Landry has brought you the people and places that make this part of the country so memorable. Whether it’s traveling deep below the earth’s surface, paying tribute to those who have served our country, or recalling young love, Volume 27 is a must have.

Volume 28

In this sampling of the people and places of the mountains of Appalachia, you’ll enjoy a voyage that is The Heartland Series. There are treasures at every turn in this timeless trip. Along the way you’ll experience the seasonal delights of a stunningly beautiful region. Here, each episode brings you closer to the wonders of an area that includes the Great Smoky Mountains and the Big South Fork. With each step you’ll delight at the wit, wisdom and whimsy of everyday folks. The Heartland Series takes you home wherever you might live.

Volume 29

The Heartland Series showcases the breathtaking landscapes and the unforgettable people that make our region like no other place on Earth. In this volume you’ll soar across the Smokies and down through the Big South Fork River gorge; you’ll hear amazing stories that have become part of the folklore of East Tennessee and meet everyday people that keep their roots close to their heart. This is a classic collection that will provide hours of enjoyment.

Volume 30

This is another remarkable collection of stories from television’s favorite celebration of a people and their land. Explore the forces that shape the history of a region and the people who call it home; take an epic journey up the Tennessee River; and delight in the everyday experiences that make life in East Tennessee extraordinary. It is a year’s worth of adventure, heartwarming tales and unforgettable moments.

Volume 31

Bill Landry and The Heartland Series continue the rich tradition of storytelling in this collection of episodes that concludes a 25 year exploration of the culture and heritage of southern Appalachia. Return with us to the Smoky Mountains as we visit with friends who share what life was like growing up, whether in the loud and dangerous logging camps of the high slopes or the bucolic grace of Cades Cove. And soar back to the childhood of a serious minded engineer on the wings of a model plane. This collection of stories is sure to warm your heart and make you proud of our rich and unique heritage. Plus, A Gathering of Friends, the special event that drew thousands of The Heartland Series fans to the Museum of Appalachia. This bittersweet celebration is intricately woven with a look back at the remarkable journey of an unlikely television show that defied the odds to become TV’s most beloved celebration of a people and their land.

Volume 32

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