She was America's princess -- a girl who captured the hearts of millions with her charm, talent, and optimism. But by the tender age of 12, her film career was virtually over, leaving Shirley Temple to create a new private life, always in the public eye. Scenes from classic films, behind-the-scenes footage, newsreels, and rare photos chronicle the life of the most popular child star of all time. Highlights include dazzling clips and outtakes from her most popular films, rare newsreels and candid photos of her from all stages of her life, and interviews with close friends and colleagues including Alice Faye, Jane Withers, Gloria Stuart, Marsha Mae Jones, Dick Moore, Frances Klamt, Anne Edwards, James Parrish and President Gerald Ford.