New York: A Documentary Film

New York: A Documentary Film

7.5

1999-11-14

This eight-part, 16½-hour television event explores New York City's rich history as the premier laboratory of modern life. A sweeping narrative covering nearly 400 years and 400 square miles, it reveals a complex and dynamic city that has played an unparalleled role in shaping the nation and reflecting its ideals.

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This eight-part, 16½-hour television event explores New York City's rich history as the premier laboratory of modern life. A sweeping narrative covering nearly 400 years and 400 square miles, it reveals a complex and dynamic city that has played an unparalleled role in shaping the nation and reflecting its ideals.

First Aired

1999-11-14

Last Aired

2003-09-08

Seasons

1

Episodes

8

Director

Ric Burns

Status

Ended

Genres

Documentary

Language

English

Network

PBS

Production

Steeplechase Films

GBH

Thirteen

Casts

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    David Ogden Stiers

    David Ogden Stiers
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    Kenneth Jackson

    Kenneth Jackson
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    Mike Wallace

    Mike Wallace
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    John Steele Gordon

    John Steele Gordon
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    Robert A.M. Stern

    Robert A.M. Stern