Prohibition

Prohibition (2011)

2011 • 1 season • Documentary • TV-14
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14+Oct 2, 2011 – Oct 4, 2011Japan
1 Season3 EpisodesEnded
Creator / Director: Ken Burns, Lynn Novick
Language English
NMTW 81% Good
Won 1 Primetime Emmy. 1 win & 3 nominations total

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This season plunges into a pivotal chapter in American history: the turbulent years surrounding Prohibition. From its hopeful beginnings – fueled by decades of passionate advocacy aimed at safeguarding families and communities from the ravages of alcohol – to its abrupt end, we’ll witness the rise and fall of the Eighteenth Amendment. Intended as a national remedy for societal ills, this bold experiment ultimately sparked an unexpected consequence: it challenged deeply held beliefs about right and wrong, forcing millions to question their own moral compass in a nation grappling with unintended consequences.

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Country: Japan
Age rating: 14+
MPAA rating: TV-14
NMTW Rating:
81% Good
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 3
Episode duration: 1 h 50 min

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This series explores the story of the Eighteenth Amendment, Prohibition, in the United States from 1920 to 1933. Prohibition was an effort to stop the harm caused by alcohol. The series examines this turbulent time, showing both the good intentions behind the law and its surprising effects on American society. It depicts how millions of Americans questioned their values during Prohibition, and shows the challenges people faced living in a country where alcohol was illegal. The series also reveals how criminal organizations profited from this new black market. With detailed period settings, strong characters, and a compelling story, the series offers a fresh look at a pivotal era in American history.

Alternative title: Prohibition
Release year: 02.10.2011 – 04.10.2011
Language: English
Awards: 🏆 Won 1 Primetime Emmy. 1 win & 3 nominations total
Director: Ken Burns, Lynn Novick
Network: PBS
Status: Ended
Type: Series

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