Documentary

Metropolis

2.0(1)

First Aired:January 4, 2015

Seasons:1 season

Episodes:6

Status:Ended

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

Narrator (voice)

Seasons & Episodes

E1Manhattan

40m

Jan 4, 2015

Exploring the stories and places that make Manhattan the city that never sleeps.

E2San Francisco

40m

Jan 4, 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.

E3Rome

40m

Jun 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.

E4London

40m

Jun 18, 2015

Travel Channel stars explore the history of London, including its street food and the birth of stock exchanges.

E5Paris

40m

Sep 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.