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The Best Episodes of Turning Point: The Vietnam War

Every episode of Turning Point: The Vietnam War ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Turning Point: The Vietnam War!

Binge this in 6h 21m•Peaking at 7.7/10

This thought-provoking documentary series examines the harrowing consequences of the Vietnam War, from the Gulf of Tonkin incident to the fall of Saigon.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Turning Point: The Vietnam War Season 1 Episode 5 - The End of the Road
    7.7/10(118 votes)

    #1 - The End of the Road

    S1:E5

    "In the end, the human toll is enormous." The legacy of the war extends far beyond the fall of Saigon. History repeats itself in Iraq and Afghanistan.

    Director:Brian Knappenberger
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Turning Point: The Vietnam War Season 1 Episode 2 - Civil War
    7.6/10(149 votes)

    #2 - Civil War

    S1:E2

    Vietnamese soldiers recall the origins of their brutal conflict across the 17th parallel. The US Civil Rights Movement inspires a new wave of activists.

    Director:Brian Knappenberger
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Turning Point: The Vietnam War Season 1 Episode 3 - Life Is Cheap
    7.5/10(146 votes)

    #3 - Life Is Cheap

    S1:E3

    The Tet Offensive shatters the myth that American victory is at hand. Firsthand witnesses and survivors recall the horror of the Mỹ Lai massacre.

    Director:Brian Knappenberger
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Turning Point: The Vietnam War Season 1 Episode 4 - Why Are We Even Here?
    7.5/10(127 votes)

    #4 - Why Are We Even Here?

    S1:E4

    As Nixon and Kissinger secretly enact a ruthless bombing campaign, US veterans speak out against the war. The Kent State shootings outrage millions.

    Director:Brian Knappenberger
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Turning Point: The Vietnam War Season 1 Episode 1 - America Goes to War
    7.2/10(195 votes)

    #5 - America Goes to War

    S1:E1

    As Cold War tensions escalate, the US secretly enters the fight against North Vietnam, while widespread protests spark intense unrest in South Vietnam.

    Director:Brian Knappenberger
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"The End of the Road" is the best rated episode of "Turning Point: The Vietnam War". It scored 7.7/10 based on 118 votes. Directed by Brian Knappenberger and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/30/2025. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Civil War".