S2·E5 Wildcatter: A Story of Texas Oil
- Episode
- Season 2, Episode 5
- Air Date
- October 31, 1989
- Runtime
- 55 minutes
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
The tale of mavericks whose risk-taking, sweat and dreams changed an American industry. Starting with Spindletop, the first Texas gusher in 1902, rare archival film and interviews with pioneering oilmen are set against a contemporary story of a modern "wildcatter," gambling to find his fortune in yet another narrow hole in the Texas earth.
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When did Season 2 Episode 5 of American Experience air?
Season 2, Episode 5 ('Wildcatter: A Story of Texas Oil') originally aired on October 31, 1989.
How long is Season 2 Episode 5 ('Wildcatter: A Story of Texas Oil')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 55 minutes.
What happens in American Experience Season 2 Episode 5?
The tale of mavericks whose risk-taking, sweat and dreams changed an American industry. Starting with Spindletop, the first Texas gusher in 1902, rare archival film and interviews with pioneering oilmen are set against a contemporary story of a modern "wildcatter," gambling to find his fortune in ye...
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