Independent Lens

★ 6.6 /10 16 votes

August 9, 1999 27 Seasons 542 Episodes 60 min Returning Series TV-PG

Documentary

Overview

This acclaimed Emmy Award-winning anthology series features documentaries and a limited number of fiction films united by the creative freedom, artistic achievement and unflinching visions of their independent producers and featuring unforgettable stories about a unique individual, community or moment in history.

Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

1999 • 8 Episodes

Season 2

2000 • 10 Episodes

Season 3

2001 • 10 Episodes

Season 4

2003 • 14 Episodes

Season 5

2003 • 28 Episodes

Season 6

2004 • 27 Episodes

Season 7

2005 • 29 Episodes

Season 8

2006 • 27 Episodes

Season 9

2007 • 26 Episodes

Season 10

2008 • 25 Episodes

Season 11

2009 • 27 Episodes

Season 12

2010 • 25 Episodes

Season 13

2011 • 27 Episodes

Season 14

2012 • 24 Episodes

Season 15

2013 • 21 Episodes

Season 16

2014 • 19 Episodes

Season 17

2015 • 21 Episodes

Season 18

2016 • 20 Episodes

Season 19

2017 • 20 Episodes

Season 20

2018 • 19 Episodes

Season 21

2019 • 19 Episodes

Season 22

2020 • 14 Episodes

Season 23

2021 • 15 Episodes

Season 24

2022 • 16 Episodes

Season 25

2023 • 17 Episodes

Season 26

2024 • 19 Episodes

Season 27

2025 • 15 Episodes

Key Information

                                    Network
                                    PBS
                                

                                    Type
                                    Documentary
                                

                                    Rating
                                    6.6/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Country
                                    United States of America
                                

Cast & Crew

Stanley Tucci

Susan Sarandon

Peter Coyote

America Ferrera

Maggie Gyllenhaal

Edie Falco

Host

Kal Penn

Vandana's Fiancee

Alona Tal

Hannah Senesh (voice)

Lance Reddick

James

Mark Feuerstein

Antoine Tissandier (voice)

Maureen Moore

Self

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Independent Lens about?

How many seasons does Independent Lens have?

Independent Lens has 27 seasons with 542 episodes.

When did Independent Lens premiere?

Independent Lens premiered on August 9, 1999.

Is Independent Lens still running?

Yes, Independent Lens is currently ongoing with new episodes.

Where can I watch Independent Lens?

Independent Lens originally aired on PBS. Check your local streaming services for availability.

What is the rating of Independent Lens?

Independent Lens has a rating of 6.6/10 based on user reviews.

What genre is Independent Lens?

Independent Lens is classified as Documentary.