Capitalism in America: The Cult of Wealth(2023)
Overview
From the Gilded Age to the present day, the history of modern United States of America has been one of wealth and power concentrated into the hands of a few families with enormous fortunes.
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Miniseries
3 episodes • 2023Avg: 7.7
Miniseries
3 episodes • 2023Avg: 7.7
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Paradise for Millionaires (1870-1920) | Nov 7, 2023 | 8.0 |
| 2 | Making the Rich Pay (1921-1946) | Nov 7, 2023 | 7.0 |
| 3 | Who Wants to Be a Billionaire? (1981-Today) | Nov 7, 2023 | 8.0 |
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