
Series
New York: A Documentary Film
1999 · 1 season · Documentary
A compelling portrait of the greatest and most complex of cities
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Overview
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.
Cast

David Ogden Stiers
Narrator
Kenneth Jackson
Self - Commentator

Mike Wallace
Self - Commentator
John Steele Gordon
Self - Commentator
Robert A.M. Stern
Self - Commentator
Crew
- Ric BurnsWriter · Director
- James SandersWriter
- Allen MooreDirector of Photography
- Buddy SquiresDirector of Photography
Media
Details
- First aired
- November 14, 1999
- Last aired
- September 8, 2003
- Status
- Ended
- Original language
- English
- Episodes
- 10
- Genres
- Documentary
Seasons
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