American Experience background

American Experience

Season 30 (9 Episodes)

America's rich past is explored through documentaries on pivotal moments and events that shaped the nation.

America's past and present are shaped by influential figures, pivotal events, and significant resources, as explored through dramatic re-enactments and expert commentary.

Season 30 Episodes:

Episode 1 Into the Amazon

1. Into the Amazon

Aired: Jan 9, 2018

A former US President and a prominent spokesperson make a rare video appearan...

Episode 3 The Gilded Age

3. The Gilded Age

Aired: Feb 6, 2018

The widening wealth gap in the US fuels ongoing debates that remain relevant ...

Episode 5 The Island Murder

5. The Island Murder

Aired: Apr 17, 2018

In the midst of 1930s Honolulu, a shocking rape accusation sparks a series of...

Episode 7 The Circus (1)

7. The Circus (1)

Aired: Oct 8, 2018

The next episode explores the pioneering era of American circus entertainment...

Episode 8 The Circus Part 2

8. The Circus Part 2

Aired: Oct 9, 2018

The peak of America's circus tradition is reached as Barnum, Bailey, and the ...

Episode 9 The Eugenics Crusade

9. The Eugenics Crusade

Aired: Oct 16, 2018

The next episode delves into the dark history of how the pursuit of a superio...

Watch Now

Streaming in:

Australia

  • AustraliaAustralia
  • United StatesUnited States

American Experience Season 30 Videos

American Experience: The Great War: Transformed

American Experience: The Great War: Transformed

Thirty Years of American Experience

Thirty Years of American Experience

Info about American Experience

Seasons: 37

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: PBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Documentary, History, Biography