The Great American Read(2018)
Overview
A journey through America that introduces our list of the 100 best-loved books and explores the many ways in which these novels affect, reflect and connect us all.
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Season 1
8 episodes • 2018
Season 1
8 episodes • 2018
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Launch Special | May 22, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Fall Kick-off | Sep 11, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Who Am I? | Sep 18, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Heroes | Sep 25, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Villains & Monsters | Oct 2, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 6 | What We Do for Love | Oct 9, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 7 | Other Worlds | Oct 16, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 8 | Grand Finale | Oct 23, 2018 | 0.0 |
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