Watch American Experience Season 18 Episode 4: Las Vegas: An Unconventional History

This much-honored PBS documentary series explores American history, one topic or person at a time. Its Peabody Award winners include profiles of FDR and Malcolm X, and such diverse topics as Nixon's 1972 trip to China, the controversy surrounding `Citizen Kane' when it was released, and the Battle of the Bulge. In addition, its Scottsboro Boys film won an...

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Season 18, Episode 4 Las Vegas: An Unconventional History

First Aired: November 16, 2005

Conclusion. “Las Vegas: An Unconventional History.” News clips and reminiscences tell the story of the gambling mecca, from a dusty railroad town to a leading tourist attraction. Narrated by Michael Murphy.

Guest Cast

Marc Cooper

Elaine Wynn

Steve Wynn

John L. Smith

Brian Greenspun

Nick Pileggi

Michael Murphy

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Premiered: October 4, 1988
Rating: TV-PG
Premise: This much-honored PBS documentary series explores American history, one topic or person at a time. Its Peabody Award winners include profiles of FDR and Malcolm X, and such diverse topics as Nixon's 1972 trip to China, the controversy surrounding `Citizen… (more)

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