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The Eighties

The documentary series explores the tumultuous era of the Reagan presidency, from the AIDS crisis to the end of the Cold War, and delves into the scandals of Wall Street, the rise of the tech industry, the growth of television, and the transformation of the music industry.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Raised on Television

1. Raised on Television

Aired: Mar 31, 2016

VCRs, remote controls, family sitcoms, adult dramas, and prime-time soaps all...

Episode 2 The Reagan Revolution

2. The Reagan Revolution

Aired: Apr 7, 2016

Actor turned politician, Ronald Reagan is elected 40th President of the Unite...

Episode 4 Tear Down This Wall

4. Tear Down This Wall

Aired: May 12, 2016

A look at how Mikhail Gorbachev's rise to power ignited an astounding chain o...

Episode 6 'Greed is Good'

6. 'Greed is Good'

Aired: Jun 30, 2016

The economic boom that defined Wall Street's success during the 1980s, and le...

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Info about The Eighties

Current Status: Ended

Network: CNN

Production Countries: United States, United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary, History