Synopsis
ABC, ABC News, ESPN and National Geographic present a 24-hour multi-platform broadcast celebrating America's 250th anniversary.
Episodes
Season 11
America the BeautifulDavid Muir anchors a first-of-its-kind artistic illumination of the Statue of Liberty from deep inside the iconic monument; Brandi Carlile performs "America the Beautiful," accompanied by SistaStrings.42m2
Pre-Party Across AmericaLinsey Davis hosts from New Orleans, and Lara Spencer and Sam Champion anchor from New York as celebrations across the country get started.29m3Party Across AmericaThe music and culture of New Orleans; jazz musician Wynton Marsalis; the San Antonio River Walk; a Disney cruise ship along the coast of Alaska; celebration in Las Vegas; fireworks in Los Angeles.43m4
Nightline (Special Edition)Celebrating 80 years of news storytelling at ABC News; profile of the Hartford Courant, the oldest newspaper in the country.20m5
GMA's 50 States in 50 Weeks (1)A showcase series of the beauty of America's land and people.85m6
GMA's 50 States in 50 Weeks (2)A showcase series of the beauty of America's land and people.95m7
Dawn in AmericaTracing American history from colonial times through the Declaration of Independence; live sunrise moments; the legacy of "Schoolhouse Rock"; preview of the Tall Ship Parade in the New York Harbor; the history of immigration and naturalization; Revolutionary-era re-enactments; active service members and their families at Ramstein Base in Germany; the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia; the national anthem; the history of the American flag; children read the Declaration of Independence.94m8
Good Morning America (Special Edition)Robin Roberts, George Stephanopoulos and Michael Strahan will each present a deep dive into their own American journeys and how their families arrived in the United States; reporting on the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Army.180m9
Hometowns and HeroesStorytelling on America's westward expansion via a cross-country adventure.108m10
Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating ContestCoverage of Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest features top-ranked Joey Chestnut, Miki Sudo and more.30m11
7 Natural Wonders of AmericaThe Seven Natural Wonders of America and how they have shaped the people and culture of the country; an exclusive glimpse of National Geographic's brand-new Museum of Exploration in Washington, D.C.94m12
Dreamers and InnovatorsCoverage of parades and other live events happening around the country; the birth of Hollywood cinema; the history of American fashion; the space race, lunar landing and Artemis II; the Supreme Court's most consequential decisions over the years; Americans' obsession with cars and the automobile industry; the research vessel The Nautilus.90m13
SportsCenter (Special Edition)Iconic American sports moments; the enduring cultural impact of sports in America; essays, featured storytelling and appearances from multiple ESPN personalities.60m14
World News Tonight with David Muir (Special Edition)The latest headlines and stories on America's anniversary.21m15
Countdown to Nashville's Star-Spangled BashA look at the upcoming "Nashville's Star-Spangled Bash" celebration with host Ryan Seacrest; interviews with performers Boyz II Men and Clint Black; an all-access pass to the "Camp Rock 3" nationwide bus tour as it stops in Nashville; Jesse Palmer visits MrBeast's headquarters in Greenville, N.C.22m16
Nashville's Star-Spangled BashRyan Seacrest hosts the celebration featuring fireworks and musical performances, including The All-American Rejects, Boyz II Men, Brothers Osborne, Clint Black, Elizabeth Nichols, Emily Ann Roberts, John Crist, Lauren Daigle, Little Big Town, NE-YO, Nick Jonas, Reba McEntire, Sublime and Tim McGraw.133m
America the BeautifulDavid Muir anchors a first-of-its-kind artistic illumination of the Statue of Liberty from deep inside the iconic monument; Brandi Carlile performs "America the Beautiful," accompanied by SistaStrings.42m2Pre-Party Across AmericaLinsey Davis hosts from New Orleans, and Lara Spencer and Sam Champion anchor from New York as celebrations across the country get started.29m3Party Across AmericaThe music and culture of New Orleans; jazz musician Wynton Marsalis; the San Antonio River Walk; a Disney cruise ship along the coast of Alaska; celebration in Las Vegas; fireworks in Los Angeles.43m4Nightline (Special Edition)Celebrating 80 years of news storytelling at ABC News; profile of the Hartford Courant, the oldest newspaper in the country.20m5GMA's 50 States in 50 Weeks (1)A showcase series of the beauty of America's land and people.85m6GMA's 50 States in 50 Weeks (2)A showcase series of the beauty of America's land and people.95m7Dawn in AmericaTracing American history from colonial times through the Declaration of Independence; live sunrise moments; the legacy of "Schoolhouse Rock"; preview of the Tall Ship Parade in the New York Harbor; the history of immigration and naturalization; Revolutionary-era re-enactments; active service members and their families at Ramstein Base in Germany; the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia; the national anthem; the history of the American flag; children read the Declaration of Independence.94m8Good Morning America (Special Edition)Robin Roberts, George Stephanopoulos and Michael Strahan will each present a deep dive into their own American journeys and how their families arrived in the United States; reporting on the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Army.180m9Hometowns and HeroesStorytelling on America's westward expansion via a cross-country adventure.108m10Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating ContestCoverage of Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest features top-ranked Joey Chestnut, Miki Sudo and more.30m117 Natural Wonders of AmericaThe Seven Natural Wonders of America and how they have shaped the people and culture of the country; an exclusive glimpse of National Geographic's brand-new Museum of Exploration in Washington, D.C.94m12Dreamers and InnovatorsCoverage of parades and other live events happening around the country; the birth of Hollywood cinema; the history of American fashion; the space race, lunar landing and Artemis II; the Supreme Court's most consequential decisions over the years; Americans' obsession with cars and the automobile industry; the research vessel The Nautilus.90m13SportsCenter (Special Edition)Iconic American sports moments; the enduring cultural impact of sports in America; essays, featured storytelling and appearances from multiple ESPN personalities.60m14World News Tonight with David Muir (Special Edition)The latest headlines and stories on America's anniversary.21m15Countdown to Nashville's Star-Spangled BashA look at the upcoming "Nashville's Star-Spangled Bash" celebration with host Ryan Seacrest; interviews with performers Boyz II Men and Clint Black; an all-access pass to the "Camp Rock 3" nationwide bus tour as it stops in Nashville; Jesse Palmer visits MrBeast's headquarters in Greenville, N.C.22m16Nashville's Star-Spangled BashRyan Seacrest hosts the celebration featuring fireworks and musical performances, including The All-American Rejects, Boyz II Men, Brothers Osborne, Clint Black, Elizabeth Nichols, Emily Ann Roberts, John Crist, Lauren Daigle, Little Big Town, NE-YO, Nick Jonas, Reba McEntire, Sublime and Tim McGraw.133mCast
