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Generation X (2016–2016) on National Geographic

The answer: Concluded March 20, 2016.
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Network / streamer
National Geographic
Premiered
February 14, 2016
Ended
March 20, 2016
Runtime
~60 min per episode
1season
6episodes

About Generation X

Generation X ended on March 20, 2016, on National Geographic.

Generation X was a documentary series that aired in 2016, exploring the experiences of the generation born between 1961 and 1981. The series aimed to challenge the stereotype of Generation X as slackers by highlighting their contributions to significant societal changes, such as the 2008 presidential election and the legalization of gay marriage. Narrated by Christian Slater, the show consisted of six hour-long episodes that examined how post-baby boom youth shaped the world around them.

The series featured commentary and personal stories from a diverse group of authors, journalists, politicians, and celebrities, including Kevin Smith, Courtney Love, Sara Palin, Molly Ringwald, Gavin Newsom, Julian Assange, Rachel Dratch, and Tabitha Soren. It provided a retrospective look at the era and the cultural shifts that defined this generation, offering insight into how they became characterized and how they influenced history. The show was part of National Geographic's effort to re-examine and redefine the narrative surrounding Generation X.

Generation X episode schedule

6 aired

Aired · 6

DateEp.Title
March 20, 2016 S1·E6 The Politics of X
March 13, 2016 S1·E5 Family, Reimagined
March 6, 2016 S1·E4 The Power of Disruption
February 28, 2016 S1·E3 The Geek Shall Inherit the Earth
February 21, 2016 S1·E2 Truth Be Told
February 14, 2016 S1·E1 Alternative Goes Mainstream

Generation X cast