The documentary series explores the tumultuous era of the Reagan presidency, delving into pivotal events such as the AIDS crisis, the end of the Cold War, and significant transformations in Wall Street, tech, television, and music industries.
The third installment of the acclaimed series delves into the 1980s, a decade of exceptionalism and excess, using rare archival footage, interviews, and commentary from historians, journalists, and others to create a vivid portrait.
Aired: Mar 31, 2016The next episode explores how VCRs, remote controls, family sitcoms, adult dr...
Aired: Apr 7, 2016Ronald Reagan, a charismatic actor-turned-politician, takes office as the 40t...
Aired: Apr 28, 2016The next episode delves into the catastrophic consequences of a rapid-spreadi...
Aired: May 12, 2016The final stages of the Cold War unfold as Mikhail Gorbachev's ascent to powe...
Aired: May 26, 2016The next episode examines the profound impact of 1980s technological innovati...
Aired: Jun 30, 2016Excessive indulgence and self-centeredness defined the unbridled economic pro...
7. 'Video Killed the Radio Star'
Aired: Jun 9, 2016The music industry of the 1980s saw a seismic change, marked by the rise of m...
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Current Status: Ended
Network: CNN
Production Countries: United States, United Kingdom
Genres:Documentary, History
