The 17th International Emmy Awards took place on November 20, 1989 in

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. The award ceremony, presented by the

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(IATAS), honors all programming produced and originally aired outside the United States.

Ceremony

The International Emmy Awards are given by the International Council of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. In addition, special awards were given to

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who received the International Council's Directorate Award, and Paul Fox, who was given the Founder's Award.

Winners

Best Children & Young People

* ''

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'' (Canada: CTV Television Network)

Best Drama

*''

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'' (United Kingdom: Channel 4)

Best Documentary

*'' Four Hours in My Lai'' (United Kingdom:

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)

References

External links

* {{International Emmy Awards ceremonies International Emmy Awards ceremonies

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