Brooklyn Bridge

Today it's a symbol of strength and vitality. 135 years ago, it was a source of controversy. This documentary examines the great problems and ingenious solutions that marked the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. From conception to construction, it traces the bridge's transformation from a spectacular feat of heroic engineering to an honored symbol in American culture.

Key Crew

Ken BurnsDirectorAAmy StechlerWriter

CastCrew

David McCullough

Self - Narrator (voice)

Paul Roebling

Washington Roebling (voice)

Julie Harris

Emily Roebling (voice)

Arthur Miller

Self (voice)

Kurt Vonnegut

Self (voice)

RP

Richard Pini

Self (voice)

FS

Fred Sherry

Self (voice)

Dustin Stevens

Self (voice)

RR

Richard Rescia

Self (voice)