American Experience S34E1 — Riveted: The History of Jeans

6.5

American Experience•Season 34•Episode 1

Riveted: The History of Jeans

6.5/10 · 165 votesFeb 7, 202255 min

Ranked #6 of 6 in Season 34•−0.8 vs season avg

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The fascinating and surprising story of the iconic American garment. They’re more than just a pair of pants — America’s tangled past is woven deeply into the indigo fabric. From its roots in slavery to the Wild West, youth culture, hippies, high fashion and hip-hop,

Directed byAnna Lee Strachan, Michael Bicks

Written byMichael Bicks, Anna Lee Strachan

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Riveted: The History of Jeans

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Michael Bicks

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Anna Lee Strachan

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Michael Bicks

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Episode Summary

"Riveted: The History of Jeans" is episode 1 of American Experience season 34. It scored 6.5/10 from 165 votes, ranking #6 of 6 episodes this season (season average 7.3). Directed by Anna Lee Strachan, Michael Bicks and written by Michael Bicks, Anna Lee Strachan, it aired on February 7, 2022.

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