New York: America's Busiest City (2016)

S1E1 Episode 1

In the first night of a captivating three-part series, viewers explore the intricate daily systems that keep New York City running smoothly. Anchored at Grand Central Terminal, hosts Anita Rani, Ade Adepitan, Ant Anstead, and Dan Snow uncover the behind-the-scenes workings of the world’s busiest railway hub. In this episode, Anita, Ade, and Ant dive into the New York commuting experience, joining 5.5 million riders on the famed Staten Island ferry, the subway, and on citibikes. Ant gets an exclusive look at the new station under Grand Central at East Side Access, while Ade learns that a taxi medallion can reach a staggering $1 million. Dan heads to Times Square to investigate the upkeep of 230 LED billboards, and the episode also reveals the fascinating world of lost property at Grand Central, where around 3,000 items are turned in monthly.