New York(1999)
A compelling portrait of the greatest and most complex of cities
New York Synopsis
This eight-part, 16½-hour television event explores New York City's rich history as the premier laboratory of modern life. A sweeping narrative covering nearly 400 years and 400 square miles, it reveals a complex and dynamic city that has played an unparalleled role in shaping the nation and reflecting its ideals.
New York (1999) is a documentary series that premiered on November 14, 1999, spanning 1 season and 10 episodes. It stars David Ogden Stiers, Kenneth Jackson, Mike Wallace and John Steele Gordon. Viewers rate it 7.5 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- First aired:
- 1999-11-14
- Last aired:
- 2026-09-22
New York Cast & Crew
Main cast
David Ogden Stiers
as Narrator
- Kenneth Jackson
Kenneth Jackson
as Self - Commentator
Mike Wallace
as Self - Commentator
- John Steele Gordon
John Steele Gordon
as Self - Commentator
- Robert A.M. Stern
Robert A.M. Stern
as Self - Commentator
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New York Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.5/10 from 2 ratings.
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New York – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I stream New York?
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New York (1999) is available to stream on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel and Thirteen, with episodes also available to buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability comes from JustWatch data and varies by country.
How many seasons of New York are there?
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New York has 1 season and 10 episodes in total, starting from its premiere on November 14, 1999.
Is New York still running?
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No. New York is marked as ended, with the final episode airing on September 22, 2026.
Who is in the cast of New York?
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New York (1999) stars David Ogden Stiers, Kenneth Jackson, Mike Wallace, John Steele Gordon and Robert A.M. Stern. The full cast list with character names is available in the cast section of this page.
Is New York any good?
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New York (1999) is rated 7.5 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and suits viewers who like documentary series. Reviews from viewers are collected further down this page.