Modern Marvels (1994– )

Fast-paced, fun and informative, Modern Marvels is The History Channel's signature series focusing on historical technology. The series has focused (among other things) on wonders of ... See full summary »

Creator:

Bruce Nash

Stars:

Lloyd Sherr, Harlan Saperstein, William Atwater

1 win & 1 nomination.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Lloyd Sherr	...	Narrator (130 episodes, 1995-2012)
Harlan Saperstein	...	Narrator (48 episodes, 1995-2006)

Storyline

Fast-paced, fun and informative, Modern Marvels is The History Channel's signature series focusing on historical technology. The series has focused (among other things) on wonders of construction (Erie Canal, the Pentagon, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, the Big Dig), the machinery of war (nuclear submarines, tanks) as well as technology linked to the everyday (power tools, home tech, garbage).

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Plot Keywords:

technology | educational

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Taglines:

If it changes your life, chances are it's a Modern Marvel!

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Genres:

Documentary | History

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Details

Official Sites:

History

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Also Known As:

Syghrona epitevgmata

Filming Locations:

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Actuality Productions, Al Roker Productions, American Dad

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Goofs

In the opening title sequence, an adjustable crescent wrench is seen turning a nut yet the sound of a ratchet wrench is heard.

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Connections

Featured in House M.D.: Airborne (2007)

User Reviews

Oddly Addictive

I gotta say I love this show. It really indulges your inner curiosities about a WIDE range of subject matter. What on the surface would sound like some documentary on a lackluster topic you'd watch in grade school, Modern Marvels makes fascinating.

Whether it's guns, engines, shipping, mining, plastics, or something as seemingly mundane as plumbing, Modern Marvels presents an entertaining and well-organized program taking you from the subject's origins to where it's likely headed in the future. This insightful program is highly recommended for those who have even the slightest curiosity, and who desire an understanding of the things that create our society.