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Need To Know  Series Finales

What makes a successful TV finale? Details

 
 

Program: Need To Know

Episode: Series Finales

Several long-running television shows have had series finales recently. Need to Know talks to experts about what makes a finale sucessful, and takes a look back at some of the highlights throughout TV history.

Duration: (3:39)
Premiere Date: 05/20/2010
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR


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