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Asian Americans

This five-part series traces the story of Asian Americans, spanning 150 years of immigration, racial politics, international relations, and cultural innovation. It is a timely, clear-eyed look at the vital role that Asian Americans have played in defining who we are as a nation. Their stories are a celebration of the grit and resilience of a people that reflects the experience of all Americans.

2020 |1 Season  | 60m |  Documentary, War & Politics

Videos

Cast

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Daniel Dae Kim

Narrator

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Tamlyn Tomita

Narrator

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Sandra Oh

Self

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Greg Watanabe

Self

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Anna May Wong

Self (archive footage)

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Sessue Hayakawa

Self

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Creator

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Status

Ended

Languages

English

Network

PBS