The Great Depression (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Series · ★ 10
Released in 1993, The Great Depression is a documentary series.
What it’s about. A 7-part series telling dramatic and diverse stories of struggle and survival during the worst economic crisis in U.S. history. From the producers of Eyes on the Prize, this series was met with critical acclaim and won both an Emmy Award for writing and a duPont-Columbia Award.
Who’s in it. The Great Depression stars Joe Morton as Self - Narrator (voice) and Jill Jacobsen as Dorothea Lange voice-over.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Great Depression sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Depression page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Depression tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Depression (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Depression change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Great Depression worth watching?
- The Great Depression holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Great Depression?
- The Great Depression stars Joe Morton and Jill Jacobsen.
- When was The Great Depression released?
- The Great Depression was released in 1993.