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NOVA

NOVA

1974Returning SeriesNext: Feb 25 9pm ET53 Seasons1017 Episodes7.0TMDB
PBS

PBS' premier science series helps viewers of all ages explore the science behind the headlines. Along the way, NOVA demystifies science and technology, and highlights the people involved in scientific pursuits.

Season 14 · Episode 16

A Man, A Plan, A Canal, Panama

Aired Nov 3, 1987at 9PM·55m

The Panama Canal opened in 1914 after a 30-year effort that dwarfed the building of the pyramids. Historian David McCullough navigates through the canal and tells the story of the human drama behind the engineering feat.

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When did NOVA Season 14 Episode 16 air?

NOVA Season 14 Episode 16 aired on November 3, 1987 at 9 PM ET.

How long is NOVA Season 14 Episode 16?

This episode runs for approximately 55 minutes.

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