A Brief History of the Future
TV-PG Limited Series 2024 · 6 eps · ★ 4.8 · Documentary
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A Brief History of the Future is a unique six-part documentary series about our futures and how we can reimagine them. Hosted by renowned futurist Ari Wallach, the show invites viewers on a journey around the world that is filled with discovery, hope, and possibility about where we find ourselves today and what could come next.
Directed by Andrew Morgan
Network: PBS
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