Holocaust (miniseries)

Holocaust was a miniseries broadcast on NBC in 1978. It tells the story of the Holocaust from the perspective of the Weiss family of German Jews, and from the point of view of a German family where the husband is a rising SS member. The series was broadcast in four parts from April 16 to April 19. It was extremely popular earning a 50% market share. It was also popular in Europe and had a major impact when it was broadcast in West Germany. It starred Meryl Streep and James Woods and its large supporting cast had many other actors. The miniseries also arose controversy as it was criticized for trivializing the Holocaust. The television format meant the realism was muted. While the fact that NBC made a great deal from commercials led to accusations that the tragedy was being commercialized. Its creators defended it arguing that making others aware of the Holocaust is important.

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Miniseries - NBC - 1978 - April 16 - April 19 - West Germany - Meryl Streep - James Woods

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