This Is a History of New York
1987, English. Directed by Jem Cohen.
A history of New York City from Prehistoric times through the Space Age, composed entirely from documentary street footage.
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- 0h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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How long is This Is a History of New York?
This Is a History of New York runs 25 minutes (0h 25m).
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This Is a History of New York parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
This Is a History of New York is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is This Is a History of New York on?
This Is a History of New York isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 21 March 1987. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
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Who directed This Is a History of New York?
This Is a History of New York (1987) was directed by Jem Cohen.