A chronicle of the life of Marilyn Monroe, told through some of her most personal possessions as they are put up for auction.

Born Norma Jean Baker, actress Marilyn Monroe would become one of the most iconic and desirable women in the world. From her humble beginnings, to her USO performances, to her now-famous pin-up photographs and award-winning acting roles, Marilyn made her mark as the most beautiful blonde bombshell of her day— but behind her beauty, Marilyn suffered a tragic private life.

An exploration of Marilyn Monroe's life, legacy, and lasting impact a century after her birth, revealing the complex woman behind the iconic image.

The body of Marilyn Monroe is recreated in a futuristic mortuary. We explore the body to find out what effect it had on her life as she became one of the great movie star icons.

The Legend of Marilyn Monroe is a 1966 American documentary film chronicling the life and career of actress Marilyn Monroe. Directed by Terry Sanders, and narrated by John Huston.

Marilyn Monroe is the defining icon of the American 1950s. A seemingly fairytale transformation of rags to riches, a shining example of the mythical American dream. However, as the decade continued, the myth of Marilyn Monroe and the American Dream seemed to crumble.

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Declassified FBI and CIA documents help director Paul Davids unravel the puzzle of Marilyn Monroe's demise, which was officially ruled a "probable suicide," while providing detailed evidence supporting the conclusion that Marilyn was murdered.

Jesse was called upon to find the answers to the hidden world of the most painful Hollywood legacy of our times.

A vivid portrait of Marilyn Monroe's dazzling yet vulnerable life, captured through rare newsreels, iconic film moments, signature songs, and unforgettable public appearances of the eternal Hollywood legend.