Brooklyn Bridge

Brooklyn Bridge

1981
★★★★☆ 7.6/10
⏱️ 58 minutes
📅 Released
🌐 EN
DocumentaryHistory
Today it's a symbol of strength and vitality. 135 years ago, it was a source of controversy. This documentary examines the great problems and ingenious solutions that marked the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. From conception to construction, it traces the bridge's transformation from a spectacular feat of heroic engineering to an honored symbol in American culture.

Where to Watch (US)

Stream

PBS
History Vault
PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel

Rent

Amazon Video
Fandango At Home

Buy

Amazon Video
Fandango At Home

Cast

David McCullough
David McCullough
Self - Narrator (voice)
Paul Roebling
Paul Roebling
Washington Roebling (voice)
Julie Harris
Julie Harris
Emily Roebling (voice)
Arthur Miller
Arthur Miller
Self (voice)
Kurt Vonnegut
Kurt Vonnegut
Self (voice)
Richard Pini
Richard Pini
Self (voice)

Crew

Director
Ken Burns
Writer
Amy Stechler
Producer
Richard Kilberg

Production

Florentine Films, Thirteen

Keywords

architectureconstructionbrooklyn, new york citybrooklyn bridge