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Season 1 – Sun Records

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During the early days of the civil rights movement, Memphis was the site of the birth of rock `n' roll thanks to rock pioneer Sam Phillips and his Sun Records recording studio in the Tennessee city. It is Phillips who guides the likes of Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis through the early years of their groundbreaking careers as they change the course of the industry with their new style of music. "Sun Records," which is based on the musical "Million Dollar Quartet," chronicles the sudden and meteoric rise of the the young artists against the backdrop of political change and social unrest. Also in the picture is carnival con man Col. Parker, a master of manipulation and publicity who helps Presley -- his sole client -- reach unexpected levels of success and stardom.
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Critics Consensus

Sun Records accurately captures the era and excitement of the birth of rock n' roll, but its disparate storylines struggle to maintain a narrative rhythm.

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Robert Lloyd Los Angeles Times 02/23/2017
It's more a sampler of Early Scenes from Great Lives than a deep or driven narrative. That is also its strength, in a way - the more casual the material, the more naturally it plays. The more serious things get, the more the writing resorts to clich. Go to Full Review Leah Greenblatt Entertainment Weekly 02/22/2017
B
Thankfully, there's nothing stagy-looking about the production itself; Sun doesn't skimp on period detail and dusty, warm-toned atmosphere. Go to Full Review Glenn Gamboa Newsday 02/22/2017
B
More soap opera than documentary, but there's still a whole lotta shakin' goin' on in this tale of the birth of rock and roll. Go to Full Review Glenn Garvin Reason Online 03/07/2017
Sun Records is just too damn much fun to watch to get hung up in the details. The stories are magnetic, and so are the performances. Go to Full Review Melissa Camacho Common Sense Media 03/01/2017
3/5
This period drama is more entertaining than authentic. Go to Full Review Ken Tucker Yahoo! TV 02/23/2017
Repetitious and clumsy as it lurches from one disparate subplot to another, Sun Records is such a slow burn it's kind of a fizzle. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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03/25/2018 True stories involving people you care about are the best, and this television series is great! drake milligan is fantastic as young elvis! I hope they produce a second season. See more 04/28/2017 It's fun to watch. I'm sure the accuracy of the plot is loose the show is entertaining. Everyone I convince to watch becomes a fan. See more 04/23/2017 Amazing show! Can't wait for a second season. The acting, the storyline, everything is great. Don't cancel the show!! See more 04/17/2017 My family and I really loved this series and are hoping for a season 2 and more than 8 episodes next time! See more 04/16/2017 Love the history and music and characters. The acting is great. Would love to see more if this story and how the characters progress in their careers. See more 04/14/2017 I live near Memphis. I grew up listening to all these artists. And I love Johnny cash and jerry lee. And I been to Elvis house. That being said these actors and show are doing great. I'm hooked. Can't wait for episode 9. See more Read all reviews
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Chad Michael Murray

Sam Phillips

Billy Gardell

Colonel Tom Parker

Drake Milligan

Elvis Presley

Kevin Fonteyne

Johnny Cash

Christian Lees

Jerry Lee Lewis

Jonah Lees

Jimmy Swaggert

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Feb 23, 2017 706 Union Sam Phillips moves his family to Memphis to open a recording studio, but instead rekindles a steamy affair; young Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash struggle at home. Details Episode 2 Aired Mar 2, 2017 Outta The Groove Sam records B.B. King, but his new label struggles; Elvis is inspired by African-American music, but is chastised by his family and girlfriend for crossing racial lines; cousins Jerry Lee Lewis and Jimmy Swaggart hit the scene. Details Episode 3 Aired Mar 9, 2017 Record Man Blues Sam can't find the follow-up hit to Ike Turner's "Rocket 88"; Colonel Tom Parker's conniving ways are exposed; Jerry Lee Lewis and Jimmy Swaggart have their eye on the same girl. Details Episode 4 Aired Mar 16, 2017 Never Better Sam's worsening anxiety attacks lead to a radical new medical procedure; Elvis tries to win Trixie back; overseas, Johnny Cash makes a decision that will affect his girlfriend back home. Details Episode 5 Aired Mar 23, 2017 Rising Sun Sam finds another hit with Johnny Bragg and The Prisonaires; Becky makes a surprising announcement; Elvis enlists Sam to help him record a song for his mother; Johnny takes his relationship with Vivian to the next phase. Details Episode 6 Aired Mar 30, 2017 Who They Were Meant To Be Sam and Marion take Elvis on the road to promote "Blue Moon"; Col. Tom Parker pays a heavy price for his gambling; Jerry Lee tries to stay on the straight and narrow in his new married life. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 6, 2017 No Favors Here Elvis gets his first taste of fame when he starts playing live shows; Col. Tom Parker scams his way out of debt and eyes an opportunity with Elvis; Johnny returns from overseas to begin his life with Vivian. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 13, 2017 Finishing School Colonel Tom Parker presses to take over Elvis' career, but Sam struggles with the decision to let his star go; Jerry Lee's philandering catches up with him; Johnny starts his own band. Details

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Sun Records — Season 1

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Leslie Greif, Gil Grant, Jayson Dinsmore, Julia Silverton
Network
CMTV
Rating
TV-14
Genre
History, Drama, Music
Original Language
English
Release Date
Feb 23, 2017