Extra Life: A Short History of Living Longer

Name: Extra Life: A Short History of Living Longer
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2021-05-11
Cast: David Olusoga, Steven Johnson

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Documentary

Creator:Steven Johnson,David Olusoga

Explore the science and medical innovations that conquered some of the world's deadliest diseases and doubled life expectations for many across the globe.

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StatusReturning Series

First AiredMay 11, 2021

Last AiredJune 1, 2021

Episode Runtime1sa

Seasons1

Episodes4

TypeDocumentary

Origin CountryUnited States

Original LanguageEnglish

Spoken LanguagesEnglish

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Last Episode

S1 E4 • 6/1/2021

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