David McCullough

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The Civil War
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The Civil War

Sep. 23, 1990

The Civil War

A documentary on the American Civil War narrated by Ken Burns, covering the secession of the Confederacy to the assassination of Abraham Lincoln.
The Congress
7.1

The Congress

Mar. 19, 1989

The Congress

For 200 years, the United States Congress has been one of the country’s most important and least understood institutions. In this elegant, ...
The Shakers: Hands to Work, Hearts to God
7.2

The Shakers: Hands to Work, Hearts to God

They called themselves the United Society of Believers in Christ’s Second Appearing, but because of their ecstatic dancing, the world ...
The Statue of Liberty
7.3

The Statue of Liberty

Oct. 26, 1985

The Statue of Liberty

For more than 100 years, the Statue of Liberty has been a symbol of hope and refuge for generations of immigrants. In this lyrical, compelling ...
Huey Long
7.5

Huey Long

Sep. 28, 1985

Huey Long

Ken Burns’ portrait of Louisiana governor and U.S. senator Huey Long.
Brooklyn Bridge
7.5

Brooklyn Bridge

Nov. 08, 1981

Brooklyn Bridge

Today it’s a symbol of strength and vitality. 135 years ago, it was a source of controversy. This documentary examines the great problems ...
California Typewriter
7.3

California Typewriter

Aug. 18, 2017

California Typewriter

A story about people whose lives are connected by typewriters. A meditation on creativity and technology featuring Tom Hanks, John Mayer, Sam ...
Homicide: Life On The Street
8.7

Homicide: Life On The Street

True story of the undersized Depression-era racehorse whose victories lifted not only the spirits of the team behind it but also those of their nation.
Riveted: The History of Jeans
6.7

Riveted: The History of Jeans

Riveted: The History of Jeans reveals the fascinating and surprising story of this iconic American garment. At any given moment, half the people ...
Seabiscuit
7.3

Seabiscuit

Jul. 22, 2003

Seabiscuit

True story of the undersized Depression-era racehorse whose victories lifted not only the spirits of the team behind it but also those of their nation.
American Experience
8.6

American Experience

Oct. 04, 1988

American Experience

TV’s most-watched history series brings to life the compelling stories from our past that inform our understanding of the world today.