The Sixties

The Sixties (2014)

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The space race, the cold war, "free love", civil rights and more: The decade of the 1960s shaped our history -- and changed the world. In collaboration with Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman and Mark Herzog, CNN explores perhaps the most transformative decade of the modern era in a 10-part documentary series and brings new insights into how those events shaped today.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E10Sex, Drugs, and Rock N' Roll (1960–1969)août 14, 2014
S01E09The Times, They are A-Changin' (1960–1969)août 7, 2014
S01E081968 (1968)juil. 31, 2014
S01E07The Space Race (1960–1969)juil. 24, 2014
S01E06The British Invasion (1964-1967)juil. 10, 2014
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Sixties' premiere?

'The Sixties' premiered on May 29, 2014.

Who were the executive producers of 'The Sixties'?

The executive producers of 'The Sixties' were Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman.

What was the format of 'The Sixties'?

'The Sixties' was a documentary miniseries.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'The Sixties'?

The first season of 'The Sixties' consisted of ten episodes.

Who narrated 'The Sixties'?

'The Sixties' was narrated by Peter Coyote.

What topics were covered in 'The Sixties'?

'The Sixties' covered various topics including the Civil Rights Movement, the Vietnam War, the Space Race, and the counterculture.

Did 'The Sixties' include interviews with prominent figures from that era?

Yes, 'The Sixties' featured interviews with key figures such as President Lyndon B. Johnson, John F. Kennedy Jr., and Martin Luther King Jr.

Who created 'The Sixties'?

'The Sixties' was created by Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman.

Was 'The Sixties' critically acclaimed?

'The Sixties' received positive reviews from critics for its insightful portrayal of the era and its significant historical events.

What was the purpose of 'The Sixties'?

The purpose of 'The Sixties' was to provide a comprehensive look at one of the most transformative decades in American history.

Did 'The Sixties' use archival footage?

Yes, 'The Sixties' extensively used archival footage to offer an authentic representation of the era.

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