Metropolis
TV-G
7.7
2015
Documentary
Metropolis explores one important world city each episode, uncovering rich historical secrets behind its extraordinary location. A travel guide to iconic cities around the world, highlighting hidden secrets, signature foods and cultural idiosyncrasies.
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- Cast:
- Corey Johnson
Episode 6 : New Orleans
September. 24,2015
Travel Channel stars explore different aspects of New Orleans. Included: swamps, steamboats and po'boys.
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Episode 5 : Paris
September. 24,2015
The history and culture of Paris is explored, including its rich culinary roots. Included: the role baguettes played in the French Revolution; the birth of the celebrity chef; and the pharmacist who invented French fries.
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Episode 4 : London
June. 18,2015
Travel Channel stars explore the history of London, including its street food and the birth of stock exchanges.
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Episode 3 : Rome
June. 18,2015
Travel Channel stars reveal historic tidbits about Rome. Included: a look at how fire led to outdoor drinking; and the influence of American GIs on an iconic pasta dish.
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Episode 2 : San Francisco
January. 04,2015
Defining moments in the history of San Francisco are highlighted. Included: the California Gold Rush; the great earthquake of 1906; the invention of the cable car; the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Episode 1 : Manhattan
January. 04,2015
Exploring the stories and places that make Manhattan the city that never sleeps.
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