Is American Epic coming back?

The show ended on May 30, 2017. It aired its final episode on that date on PBS.

American Epic was a documentary series that premiered in 2016, exploring the origins of modern American popular music. The series traced the story of how diverse musical traditions across the United States were recorded and preserved, highlighting the cultural significance of these early recordings. It showcased the lives of musicians from various ethnic backgrounds and regions, revealing how their music shaped American history and identity.

The series featured Robert Redford as the narrator and consisted of four episodes. It included a companion book, a soundtrack with 100 remastered songs, and an educational outreach program. Through unseen footage, photographs, and interviews with music pioneers and their families, American Epic aimed to recover and celebrate a vital part of America's cultural heritage.