Bob Ross brought joy to millions as the world's most famous art instructor. But a battle for his business empire cast a shadow over his happy trees.

Bob Ross
as Self (archive footage)

Steve Ross
as Self - Bob's Son

Vicky Ross
as Self - Bob's First Wife

John Thamm
as Self - Artist and Friend

Ian Bourland
as Self - Assistant Professor, Georgetown University

Julia Friedman
as Self - Art Historian

Dana Jester
as Self - Bob's Friend

Doug Blandy
as Self - Author

Sally Schenck
as Self - Director, The Joy of Painting

Gary Jenkins
as Self - Floral Painter