The '80s Greatest - Season 1 - Eps 5: America Gets Wired
In the '80s, networks like CNN help drive the stratospheric rise of cable. The 24-hour news channel's coverage of John Lennon's death at the start of the 80s and the rescue of baby Jessica McClure near the end cemented its place in viewers' homes. Niche channels are spawned, including MTV, QVC and many televangelism networks. The downfall of televangelists Jim and Tammy Bakker becomes must-see TV.
About The '80s Greatest
Title: The '80s Greatest
First Air Date: 2018-08-13
Last Air Date: 2018-09-10
Status: Ended
Rating: 7.7/10 (from 6 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 1
Total Episodes: 10
Network: National Geographic
Genres: Documentary
Production Companies: Nutopia
Synopsis
A challenging and stimulating view of one of history's most enigmatic periods, shining a light on the people and events that shaped the decade while illuminating the trends that helped design our future.
Cast
Huey Morgan
Narrator
