Oliver Stone's Untold History of the United States

Oliver Stone's Untold History of the United States (2012-2013)

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Oliver Stone's Untold History of the United States, also known as The Untold History of the United States, is a 2012 documentary series directed, produced, and narrated by Oliver Stone. Oliver Stone and American University historian Peter J. Kuznick, began working on the project in 2008. Stone, Kuznick and British screenwriter Matt Graham co-wrote the script. The documentary miniseries for Showtime had a working title Oliver Stone's Secret History of America. It covers "the reasons behind the Cold War with the Soviet Union, U.S. President Harry Truman's decision to drop the atomic bomb on Japan, and changes in America's global role since the fall of Communism." Stone is the director and narrator of all ten episodes. The series is a re-examination of some of the under-reported and darkest parts of American modern history using little known documents and newly uncovered archival material.

Network
Scheduleevery Monday at 20:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

Bush & Obama: Age of Terror
Season 1Episode 1060 min

Bush & Obama: Age of Terror

In the finale, the war on terrorism and the presidential administrations of George W. Bush and Barack Obama are examined.
janv. 14, 2013

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E10Bush & Obama: Age of Terrorjanv. 14, 2013
S01E09Bush & Clinton: Squandered Peace-New Wjanv. 7, 2013
S01E08Reagan Gorbachev & Third World-Rise Ofdéc. 31, 2012
S01E07Johnson, Nixon & Vietnam: Reversal Ofdéc. 24, 2012
S01E06JFK: To the Brinkdéc. 17, 2012
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

Was Oliver Stone's Untold History of the United States based on a book?

Yes, the TV show was based on a book of the same name by Oliver Stone and Peter Kuznick.

What is the duration of each episode of Oliver Stone's Untold History of the United States?

The duration of each episode of the TV show ranges from 58 minutes to 103 minutes.

What is the TV show Oliver Stone's Untold History of the United States about?

The TV show revisits the crucial moments in history that shaped America's current world position.

Is the TV show Oliver Stone's Untold History of the United States based on real events?

Yes, the TV show is based on real events and historical facts.

What were some of the critical responses to Oliver Stone's Untold History of the United States?

The TV show received mixed responses from critics, with some praising it for providing a fresh perspective, while others criticized it for being one-sided.

What are some of the topics covered in Oliver Stone's Untold History of the United States?

The TV show covers a wide range of topics, including the US atomic bombs on Japan, the civil rights movement, the Cold War, the Vietnam War, and the Iraq War.

Cast

Alex Veadov

Alex Veadov

voices himself
Chris Edgerly

Chris Edgerly

voices himself
Jim Ward

Jim Ward

voices himself
Chris Cox

Chris Cox

voices himself
Alan Shearman

Alan Shearman

voices himself
André Sogliuzzo

André Sogliuzzo

voices himself
Oliver Stone

Oliver Stone

voices himself
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Characters

Narrator

Narrator

voiced by Alex Veadov
Narrator

Narrator

voiced by Chris Edgerly
Narrator

Narrator

voiced by Jim Ward
Narrator

Narrator

voiced by Chris Cox
Narrator

Narrator

voiced by Alan Shearman
Narrator

Narrator

voiced by André Sogliuzzo
Narrator

Narrator

voiced by Oliver Stone
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Also known as

  • The Untold History of the United States

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