The acclaimed Ken Burns and Lynn Novick documentary series "New York: A Documentary Film" is making a comeback on PBS with two new episodes that push the city's story into the 21st century. The original eight-part series, which premiered in 2012, traced New York's evolution from a colonial trading post to a global metropolis, but stopped short of covering the post-9/11 era and the dramatic transformations of the 2000s and 2010s. The new episodes are expected to tackle major themes including the aftermath of the September 11 attacks, the rise of the tech industry, shifting demographics, and the city's ongoing struggle with inequality and housing. The return of the series comes at a moment when New York continues to grapple with questions of identity, affordability, and resilience that have defined its modern narrative.
‘New York: A Documentary Film’ Returns to PBS With Two New Episodes on the 21st Century (Exclusive) The Hollywood Reporter
