Strip the City

Strip the City (2013-2014)

EndedDocumentary show

Strip the City uses stunning CGI animation and expedition - driven actuality to strip major cities naked of their steel, concrete, air, ocean and bedrock - layer by layer, act by act - to explore their hidden infrastructure and solve key mysteries surrounding their origins, geology, archaeology, industry, weather and engineering. Each episode will explore six iconic features of each city - one per act. Each icon will take us a layer deeper into the city. They will range from man - made skyscrapers and metro systems to natural dunes and lakes.

Network
Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

Earthquake City - Los Angeles
Season 2Episode 860 min

Earthquake City - Los Angeles

The entertainment capital of the world has been rocked by some of America's most devastating earthquakes. Despite that, downtown LA is packed with skyscrapers. Using CGI to strip it, layer by layer, we explore the infrastructure that keeps them standing.
Mar 26, 2014

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E08Earthquake City - Los AngelesMar 26, 2014
S02E07Ancient City - Machu PicchuMar 19, 2014
S02E06Cavern City - ParisMar 12, 2014
S02E05Hurricane City - New OrleansFeb 26, 2014
S02E04Megaquake City - TokyoFeb 19, 2014
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When was the premiere of 'Strip the City'?

The TV show 'Strip the City' premiered in 2013.

What is 'Strip the City' about?

'Strip the City' is a TV show that explores what lays beneath some of the world's most famous cities.

Which cities were featured on 'Strip the City'?

'Strip the City' featured cities such as New York, London, Tokyo, and Venice, among others.

What is the format of 'Strip the City'?

'Strip the City' uses computer-generated imagery (CGI) and other techniques to strip away the layers of a city and reveal its secrets.

How is 'Strip the City' different from other TV shows about cities?

'Strip the City' takes a unique approach by exploring the mechanics and engineering of a city, rather than just its history or culture.

Who narrates 'Strip the City'?

'Strip the City' is narrated by Mark Tewksbury.

How many episodes are in the first season of 'Strip the City'?

The first season of 'Strip the City' has eight episodes.

What are some of the topics explored in 'Strip the City'?

'Strip the City' covers topics such as bridges, tunnels, earthquake-proofing, and sewage systems.

Who are some of the people interviewed in 'Strip the City'?

Engineers, historians, and other experts are interviewed in 'Strip the City' to provide insight into how cities work.

What is the goal of 'Strip the City'?

The goal of 'Strip the City' is to give viewers a new perspective on the cities they thought they knew.

How are the graphics in 'Strip the City' created?

The graphics in 'Strip the City' are created using a combination of Lidar, GPS, and other technologies.

Why is 'Strip the City' named that way?

'Strip the City' is named that way because it figuratively strips away the layers of a city to reveal its inner workings.

Cast

Thom Kikot

Thom Kikot

voices himself
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Characters

Narrator

Narrator

voiced by Thom Kikot
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