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Vegas: The Story of Sin City

Vegas: The Story of Sin City
★ 6.0/10•2024•Documentary
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From the 1930s to today, this series examines Vegas' evolution into an entertainment mecca, and its everlasting ability to reflect and refract American identity. Featuring interviews with entertainers, former showgirls, and other experts.

StatusEnded
LanguageEN
First Air DateFeb 25, 2024

Episodes

Episode 1 - From Sand to StripE142m

From Sand to Strip

As Vegas grows into an entertainment and gambling mecca for tourists, mob syndicates, and performers, the city reflects the social ideals of the era.

Feb 25, 2024

Episode 2 - The Golden AgeE242m

The Golden Age

The 60s marked the rise of counterculture, contrasting with the overt sexuality of Vegas. While Elvis Presley thrived in his peak years, the mafia faced their first government crackdown.

Mar 3, 2024

Episode 3 - Shuffling the DeckE342m

Shuffling the Deck

Vegas is on the decline in the 1970s, as corporatization drives away most major performers and Elvis Presley is caught in a grueling schedule of performing.

Mar 17, 2024

Episode 4 - The Greatest Show On EarthE442m

The Greatest Show On Earth

The strip explodes with new Disney-fied hotels, casinos, and megastars, highlighting the evolution and continual reinvention of the strip in the face of difficulty.

Mar 24, 2024

Actors

Christina Binkley

Self - Author, Winner Takes All

Richard Zoglin

Self - Author, Elvis in Vegas

Pat Gill

Self - Las Vegas Showgirl

Kathy McKee

Self - Former Las Vegas Showgirl

Wayne Newton

Wayne Newton

Self - Entertainer

Sonny Charles

Self - Lead Singer of the Checkmates

Paul Anka

Paul Anka

Self - Entertainer

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