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An Ocean Apart

An Ocean Apart

★ 6.7/10•1988•1h 0m•Documentary
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When the 20th century opened, Britain dominated world affairs, and America stood on the sidelines. Now their positions are reversed. This is the story of how it happened.

Adam Curtis · Director

StatusEnded
Runtime1h 0m
LanguageEN
First Air DateApr 20, 1988

Episodes

E160m

Hats Off to Mr. Wilson

This episode tells how the Americans were dragged reluctantly into the First World War, of their journey across the Atlantic, their welcome in Liverpool, and their disillusion when the war was over. For President Woodrow Wilson, victory had turned sour, but America had started its journey towards world leadership.

Apr 20, 1988

E260m

Home in Pasadena

This episode examines the economic relations between England and the United States during the 1920s and discusses how free trade and mass production techniques after World War I changed British and U.S. manufacturing and created economic rivalry between the two countries.

Apr 27, 1988

E360m

Here Come the British, Bang! Bang!

This episode about the 1930s discusses how America is reluctant to enter World War II on Britain's side. Charles Lindbergh encourages U.S. neutrality in the war but Roosevelt decides to aid Britain.

May 4, 1988

E460m

Trust Me to the Bitter End

America and Britain ally in World War II to defeat Nazi Germany. Clear U.S. dominance develops with the creation of the atom bomb.

May 11, 1988

E560m

If You Don't Like Our Peaches, Quit Shaking Our Tree

In a reversal of roles, Britain becomes isolationist and the United States a superpower. Britain's dependence on the US becomes clear after the Suez crisis.

May 18, 1988

E660m

Under the Eagle's Wing

Britain cooperates with the United States during the Cuban Missile Crisis but avoids involvement in Vietnam.

May 25, 1988

E760m

Turning Up the Volume

During the 1980s, the United States and Britain form an alliance against the Soviet Union.

Jun 1, 1988

Actors

David Dimbleby

David Dimbleby

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