Philadelphia: The Great Experiment — Season 1, Episode 13: The Fight (1965-1978)

Episode synopsis

As the Bicentennial approaches, Philadelphia reels from factory closures and crime. Controversial police commissioner Frank Rizzo seizes the moment and wins election as Mayor. The pugnacious Rizzo merges police and political power, inciting hard-driving press investigations and a recall movement. A team of South Philly song writers soothes the tension with soulful music that sweeps the nation, while the city cheers for working class heroes in the boxing ring and on the ice.

About Philadelphia: The Great Experiment

A 14-part documentary series covering the history of Philadelphia, William Penn's great utopian experiment, from founding to today.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1Fever (1793-1820)
• E2In Penn's Shadow (1680-1720)
• E3Franklin's Spark (1720-1765)
• E4The Storm (1765-1790)
• E5Fever (1793-1820)
• E6Disorder (1820-1854)
• E7An Equal Chance (1855-1871)
• E8The Floodgates Open
• E9World Stage (1872-1899)
• E10Awakening (1900-1920)
• E11Corrupt (1920-1940)
• E12Promise for a Better City (1944-1964)