Brooklyn Bridge(1981)
Brooklyn Bridge Synopsis
Today it's a symbol of strength and vitality. 135 years ago, it was a source of controversy. This documentary examines the great problems and ingenious solutions that marked the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. From conception to construction, it traces the bridge's transformation from a spectacular feat of heroic engineering to an honored symbol in American culture.
Brooklyn Bridge (1981) is a documentary and history film directed by Ken Burns, released on November 8, 1981 with a runtime of 58m. It stars David McCullough, Paul Roebling, Julie Harris and Arthur Miller. Viewers rate it 7.5 out of 10 across 22 ratings.
- Director:
- Ken Burns
- Writers:
- Amy Stechler, David McCullough
- Cinematographer:
- Ken Burns
- Production:
- Florentine Films, Thirteen
- Status:
- Released
Brooklyn Bridge Cast & Crew
Main cast
David McCullough
as Self - Narrator (voice)
Paul Roebling
as Washington Roebling (voice)
Julie Harris
as Emily Roebling (voice)
Arthur Miller
as Self (voice)
Kurt Vonnegut
as Self (voice)
- Richard Pini
Richard Pini
as Self (voice)
- Fred Sherry
Fred Sherry
as Self (voice)
Dustin Stevens
as Self (voice)
- Richard Rescia
Richard Rescia
as Self (voice)
Key crew
Directed by Ken Burns, written by Amy Stechler and David McCullough.
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Brooklyn Bridge Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.5/10 from 22 ratings.
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Brooklyn Bridge – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Brooklyn Bridge online?
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Brooklyn Bridge (1981) is available to stream on PBS, History Vault, PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel and TPT, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Brooklyn Bridge?
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The main cast of Brooklyn Bridge (1981) includes David McCullough, Paul Roebling, Julie Harris, Arthur Miller and Kurt Vonnegut. The film was directed by Ken Burns. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Brooklyn Bridge released?
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Brooklyn Bridge was released on November 8, 1981 and runs for 58m.
Is Brooklyn Bridge worth watching?
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Brooklyn Bridge (1981) holds an average rating of 7.5 out of 10 from 22 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and history films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.