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21/01/2012 Documentary 1h 0m
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Overview

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of the most legendary monuments and powerful organizations in the United States? America’s Book of Secrets lifts the veil of mystery, giving you unparalleled access to historical narratives and insider information previously hidden from the public. Through in-depth research and exclusive channels, this series delves into a variety of familiar but enigmatic American institutions, from the FBI and the Pentagon to Fort Knox and Area 51. Go beyond the locked doors and security checkpoints of government agencies, famous landmarks and stealthy societies to glimpse the hidden worlds you were never intended to see.

Top billed cast

  1. Barry Aird

    Narrator (voice)

  2. Jonathan Adams

    Narrator (voice)

  3. Lance Reddick

    Host

  4. George S. Patton

    Self (archive footage)

  5. Jerry Brown

    Self (archive footage)

  6. Mahatma Gandhi

    Self (archive footage)

  7. Bill Hayes

    Self - Author, American Biker

  8. Anastasio Somoza Debayle

    Self (archive footage)

  9. Adolf Hitler

    Self (archive footage)

  10. View more

Full Cast & Crew

Current Season

Season 4

 2021 | 10 Episodes

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Reviews

A review by SierraKiloBravo
Written by SierraKiloBravo on 2020-06-17
Netflix has been jacking up their catalogue of late and it seems as though they’ve decided to take it upon themselves to entertain the entire earth while it’s in lockdown. In addition to new shows and originals being added, there’s also a bunch of older shows coming on board too. One of those is _America’s Book of Secrets_. 

There’s one season available and intro alone gives you an idea of exactly the type of show you're in for. It’s one of those dramatically voiced series with lots of maps and diagrams and whoosh sounds. All the usual suspects are here, the Freemasons, the Il...read the rest
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Status
Ended

Original Language
English

Original Name
America's Book of Secrets

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