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POV

POV

1988Returning Series38 Seasons516 Episodes6.9TMDB
PBS

Since its 1988 premiere, this critically acclaimed documentary series has presented hundreds of films that put a human face on contemporary social issues by relating a compelling story in an intimate fashion. "POV" has won virtually every major film and broadcasting award available, including 38 Emmys, 22 Peabody Awards and three Oscars.

Season 38 · Episode 5

Emergent City

Aug 18, 2025·1h 30m

Residents of Sunset Park, Brooklyn face rising rents, a legacy of environmental racism and the loss of the industrial jobs that once sustained their community. When a global developer purchases a massive industrial complex on the waterfront and lays plans for an “innovation district,” a battle erupts over the future of the neighborhood and of New York City itself.

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When did POV Season 38 Episode 5 air?

POV Season 38 Episode 5 aired on August 18, 2025.

How long is POV Season 38 Episode 5?

This episode runs for approximately 90 minutes.

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