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2025688 minGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Twitter: Breaking the Bird

2025688 minGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Explore Twitter's meteoric rise and chaotic fall in this revealing series.

“They started a revolution they couldn't control”

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Explore Twitter's meteoric rise and chaotic fall in this revealing series.

People

Kate Quinedirector

Evan Williams

Evan Williamscast

Biz Stone

Jack Dorsey

Jack Dorseycast

Synopsis

Charting the rise and downfall of one of the most influential tech companies of the 21st century, this four-part series examines Twitter’s creation, rapid growth, and infamous sale; featuring exclusive insights from key players.

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