Inventions That Shook the World

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A series covering the 20th Century's notable inventions. Each episode covers a decade with great period video footage.

Cast: Steve Herringer

Genres: Documentary

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Inventions That Shook the World

Overview

Cast

Steve Herringer

Seasons

Season 1

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Gadget Man

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The World According to Jeff Goldblum

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Mysteries at the Museum

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Watch the Sound with Mark Ronson

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The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd

The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd

Superpowered: The DC Story

Superpowered: The DC Story

The New York Times Presents

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Top Gear

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American Masters

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The Story of Film: An Odyssey

The Story of Film: An Odyssey

Doctor Who Confidential

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Baseball

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Lost Treasures of Egypt

Lost Treasures of Egypt

World War II with Tom Hanks

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