American Epic

The First Time America Heard Itself

★ 7.2 /10 4 votes

May 16, 2017 - May 30, 2017 1 Season 3 Episodes Ended TV-PG

Documentary

Overview

Travel the country in search of unknown 1920s artists, when the music of ordinary Americans was recorded for the first time, transforming music forever, in a three-part film narrated by Robert Redford, featuring Jack White, Nas, Taj Mahal and others.

Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

2017 • 3 Episodes

Key Information

                                    Created By
                                    Bernard MacMahon
                                

                                    Network
                                    PBS
                                

                                    Type
                                    Miniseries
                                

                                    Rating
                                    7.2/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Country
                                    United States of America
                                

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Cast & Crew

Robert Redford

Narrator (voice)

Taj Mahal

Self

Mississippi John Hurt

Self (archive footage)

Jack White

Self

Nas

Self

Willie Nelson

Self

Lydia Mendoza

Self (archive footage)

Photos

Frequently Asked Questions

What is American Epic about?

Travel the country in search of unknown 1920s artists, when the music of ordinary Americans was recorded for the first time, transforming music forever, in a three-part film narrated by...

How many seasons does American Epic have?

American Epic has 1 season with 3 episodes.

When did American Epic premiere?

American Epic premiered on May 16, 2017.

Is American Epic still running?

No, American Epic has ended. The final episode aired on May 30, 2017.

Where can I watch American Epic?

American Epic originally aired on PBS. Check your local streaming services for availability.

Who created American Epic?

American Epic was created by Bernard MacMahon.

What is the rating of American Epic?

American Epic has a rating of 7.2/10 based on user reviews.