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Life After People: The Series — Season 1
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44mThe Bodies Left BehindImagine a world emptied of humankind. This is not a tale of our potential demise, but rather of the fate of the world we abandon. In this segment, we examine the remnants of humanity left behind: the embalmed and buried, the mummified, those preserved in cryogenic sleep. Will any of these truly escape oblivion? Or will they be eclipsed by other monuments to our species – the Statue of Liberty, the Sistine Chapel, and places already steeped in an eerie stillness? This is but a glimpse into a futuApr 21, 20098.0Apr 21, 200944m8.002
44mOutbreakThis explores the potential future of the natural world following humanity's disappearance, considering how plants and animals might eventually flourish and assume dominion over the Earth.Apr 28, 20098.0Apr 28, 200944m8.003
43mThe Capital ThreatThis work explores the landscape of Washington, D.C., and its monuments, alongside an examination of the future of Los Angeles.May 5, 20098.0May 5, 200943m8.004
43mHeavy MetalThe enduring fate of America’s built environment – from the towering skyscrapers of New York City to landmarks like the Gateway Arch in St. Louis – is explored, considering the eventual triumph of natural forces over steel and concrete. Furthermore, the episode considers the resurgence of wild herds, as domesticated animals such as horses reclaim the grasslands of the continent. A visit is also made to Rhyolite, Nevada, a ghost town deserted by its inhabitants nearly a century ago.May 12, 20098.0May 12, 200943m8.005
43mThe InvadersThe encroachment is evident in the burgeoning populations of flora and fauna, a relentless expansion into established territories. Instances abound, such as alligators succumbing to the coils of pythons in the Florida Everglades, and waterways becoming stifled by oxygen-depleting vegetation. Cities themselves may yield to the pressure; Shanghai might eventually vanish beneath the sheer weight of its own skyscrapers, while the ocean gradually claims Miami Beach.May 19, 20098.0May 19, 200943m8.006
45mBound & BuriedWhat fate awaits the world’s most cherished possessions—the Mona Lisa, the Declaration of Independence, the Liberty Bell of Philadelphia, and the bridges and cable cars that grace San Francisco?May 26, 20098.0May 26, 200945m8.007
43mSin City MeltdownThis episode explores a grim future for gambling hubs in Las Vegas: a descent into infestation, where rodents thrive amidst crumbling grandeur. Waxen likenesses of celebrities will soften and deform, and once-iconic hotels will succumb to ruin. Meanwhile, along the Atlantic coast, the ocean's relentless advance promises to obliterate the casinos of Atlantic City.Jun 2, 2009Jun 2, 200943m08
43mArmed & DefenselessThe future of warfare hangs precariously in the balance: a submerged nuclear missile detonates, Pearl Harbor faces a resurgence of assault, urban areas are gripped by snow-induced avalanches, and the dairy industry teeters on the brink. The narrative unfolds across three distinct locales – Denver, Hawaii, and a secluded island off the coast of New York, steeped in an air of enigma.Jun 9, 20098.0Jun 9, 200943m8.009
43mRoads To NowhereConsider the fate of our constructed world, the intricate systems of transportation – automobiles and trains alike – and their eventual decline after humanity’s departure. Roads will crumble, oil refineries fall silent, and cities like Detroit will become ghostscapes. Even places of historical significance, such as the Alamo, will face the encroaching wilderness. Domesticated animals will revert to wildness; dogs will scatter and thrive, while herds of long-horn cattle will surge in population.Jun 16, 20098.0Jun 16, 200943m8.010
44mWaters Of DeathIn a world ravaged by catastrophe, colossal waves of destruction now imperil the remnants of human civilization. American cities succumb to inundation as protective levees give way. Masterpieces of art meet a devastating end, while the distinctive architectural element of the Sydney Opera House proves its undoing, contributing to its collapse.Jun 23, 20098.0Jun 23, 200944m8.0
