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Metropolis

Metropolis

★ 2.0/10•2015•40m•TV-G•Documentary
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Metropolis explores one important world city each episode, uncovering rich historical secrets behind its extraordinary location. A travel guide to iconic cities around the world, highlighting hidden secrets, signature foods and cultural idiosyncrasies.

Neil Ferguson · Director

StatusEnded
Runtime40m
LanguageEN
First Air DateJan 4, 2015

Episodes

Episode 1 - ManhattanE140m

Manhattan

Exploring the stories and places that make Manhattan the city that never sleeps.

Jan 4, 2015

Episode 2 - San FranciscoE240m

San Francisco

Defining moments in the history of San Francisco are highlighted. Included: the California Gold Rush; the great earthquake of 1906; the invention of the cable car; the Golden Gate Bridge.

Jan 4, 2015

Episode 3 - RomeE340m

Rome

Travel Channel stars reveal historic tidbits about Rome. Included: a look at how fire led to outdoor drinking; and the influence of American GIs on an iconic pasta dish.

Jun 18, 2015

Episode 4 - LondonE440m

London

Travel Channel stars explore the history of London, including its street food and the birth of stock exchanges.

Jun 18, 2015

Episode 5 - ParisE540m

Paris

The history and culture of Paris is explored, including its rich culinary roots. Included: the role baguettes played in the French Revolution; the birth of the celebrity chef; and the pharmacist who invented French fries.

Sep 24, 2015

Episode 6 - New OrleansE640m

New Orleans

Travel Channel stars explore different aspects of New Orleans. Included: swamps, steamboats and po'boys.

Sep 24, 2015

Actors

Corey Johnson

Corey Johnson

Narrator (voice)

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