The Farnsworth Invention

In 1920, a young Idaho farmer dreams of a device that will project images
transmitted through the air. Across the country, a Russian immigrant turned media mogul, dreams of spreading information to the masses using pictures. In a race that would change humanity forever, two men battle for honor, glory and a place in the history books. Written by West Wing creator and Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner Aaron Sorkin, this riveting new drama uncovers the story behind one of the world’s most powerful inventions — television. Des McAnuff directs.