Gotham: The Fall and Rise of New York

The movie chronicles the turbulent history of New York City, showcasing the detrimental impact of inept leadership and the transformative power of capable mayors.

Gotham: The Fall and Rise of New York is an exciting exploration of New York City's history and the legacy of its six mayors from 1966 - 2013. At the turn of a new century, learn how New York became a failing city with over 2,200 murders, 93,000 violent robberies and over 500,000 annual felonies only to claw its way to become America's Greatest City.

Featuring twenty-six interviews, archival footage, and re-enactments, Gotham puts you in the middle of the action exploring how a city turn-around happens. New York City became what it is today through the blood, sweat, hard work, innovation, and creativity of a handful of heroes who were willing to challenge the status quo. Learn what they did and why it matters.