The 2000s

The 2000s

Explore the cultural and political milestones of the 2000s decade, including technological triumphs like the iPhone and social media, President George W. Bush’s war on terror and response to Hurricane Katrina, Barack Obama’s presidential election and the financial crisis, hip-hop’s rise to dominance and a creative renaissance in television.

Documentary

Seasons

The Platinum Age of Television

1. The Platinum Age of Television

Air Date: 2018-07-08

This episode explores the creative renaissance in television as audiences enjoyed groundbreaking shows such as The Sopranos, Mad Men, Breaking Bad, Lost, Survivor, American Idol, Glee and The Office.

Mission Accomplished

2. Mission Accomplished

Air Date: 2018-07-15

This episode explores how George W. Bush faced the attacks of September 11th and launched a global war on terror.

Quagmire

3. Quagmire

Air Date: 2018-07-22

This episode explores President Bush’s desire to end insurgency in Ira while seeking re-election. In his second term, he must respond to Hurricane Katrina, a burgeoning financial meltdown and his own plummeting poll numbers.

The i Decade

4. The i Decade

Air Date: 2018-07-29

This episode explores the rise of Apple, Amazon, Facebook and Google.

The Financial Crisis

5. The Financial Crisis

Air Date: 2018-08-05

This episode explores the financial crisis that threatened the global economy.

Yes We Can

6. Yes We Can

Air Date: 2018-08-12

This episode explores Barack Obama’s presidential campaign and the 2008 presidential election.

I Want My MP3

7. I Want My MP3

Air Date: 2018-08-19

This episode explores how new technologies like Napster disrupted the music industry.

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Rating

6.2/10

Release Date

2018-07-08

Episodes

7 (1 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast

Videos

Production Companies

CNN Films

CNN Films

Playtone

Playtone