What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedTime
Briton Hadden, Henry Robinson Luce · Book · 1930
If you loved Time, start with 60 Minutes (Don Hewitt, 1968) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 2 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Time across media.
What hooked you in Time was the way it expertly frames the complex, evolving narrative of modern history through sharp analysis.
Films on the same thread
Oppenheimer
Film · 2023
Explores: Moral ambiguity, Scientific ethics, Cold War paranoia.
Like Time, this film dissects the weight of 20th-century history, focusing on how individual moral choices during critical political moments ripple outward to shape the global landscape forever.
The Great Dictator
Film · 1940
Explores: Anti-fascism, Humanism, Totalitarianism.
Much like the political analysis found in Time, this satire exposes the absurdity of totalitarian power, using humor to critique the same world events that defined the magazine era.
The Matrix
Lana Wachowski · Film · 1999
Explores: Artificial Intelligence, Reality vs. Illusion, Free Will vs. Determinism.
While Time documents the objective reality of our world, this film challenges your perception of that reality, echoing the magazine's commitment to questioning the systems that govern us.
Citizen Kane
Orson Welles · Film · 1941
Explores: Loss of Innocence, The American Dream, Power and Corruption.
This portrait of a media mogul mirrors the influence of the founders of Time, exploring the intersection of journalism, personal ambition, and the creation of the American narrative.
Series on the same thread
60 Minutes
Don Hewitt · Series · 1968
Explores: Political Commentary, Social Issues, Cultural Trends.
As the televised successor to the mission of Time, this program brings the same rigor of investigative journalism and current affairs coverage to a weekly, mass-audience format.
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
John Oliver · Series · 2014
Explores: Social Commentary, Political Satire, Explanatory Journalism.
This show updates the editorial spirit of Time by applying a sharp, satirical lens to current events, proving that deep political analysis can be both urgent and entertaining.
Podcasts on the same thread
1619
The New York Times · Podcast · 2019
Explores: systemic racism, national identity, legacy of slavery.
This series mirrors the historical depth of Time by re-examining the foundational events of American history, providing the kind of critical context that challenges our national identity.
This American Life
This American Life · Podcast · 2026
Explores: The human condition, Personal narrative, Social observation.
Just as Time uses weekly reporting to capture the pulse of the nation, this podcast translates complex social trends into intimate, human-focused narratives that define our contemporary experience.
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Common questions
Is Time available as a collection?
Yes, the catalog includes reels for Time covering the year 1973 and beyond. These materials are organized to provide a chronological record of the publication.
Does Time include an index for 1973?
Yes, the archival materials for Time include a specific index for 1973. This index is part of the cataloged reels available for that period.
What is the starting year for the Time index reels?
The cataloged reels for Time include an index beginning in 1973. You can access these specific records to navigate the content from that year forward.
How can I access the 1973 records for Time?
You can access the records for Time through the cataloged reels. These reels contain the Time index starting from 1973 and are available for your reference.