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The Weight of the Nation

Series Overview

A documentary series examining the obesity crisis in the U.S. looks at the health risks of being overweight, weight-loss ideas, childhood obesity and efforts to improve the public health.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
HBO
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 4 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

2012 – 2012

Premiered: Mon, May 14, 2012

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, May 15, 2012

Season 1, Episode 4: “Part 4: Challenges”

The final film of the series examines the origins and severity of the obesity epidemic, examines its major driving forces and looks at opportunities for communities to fight back.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

HBO Documentary Films: The Weight of the Nation Trailer (HBO Docs)Official

Type: Trailer • Published 2012-04-18

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Producers

Sarah Teale, Dan Chaykin, Sheila Nevins, John Hoffman

Department Leadership Roster

Sarah Teale

Sarah Teale

Producer

Dan Chaykin

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-PG

TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

International Certification Matrix

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

United States (MPAA)TV-PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

United States (MPAA)TV-G

General Audience — Suitable for all ages.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Weight of the Nation

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What is The Weight of the Nation about?

A documentary series examining the obesity crisis in the U.S. looks at the health risks of being overweight, weight-loss ideas, childhood obesity and efforts to improve the public health.

How many seasons does The Weight of the Nation have?

The Weight of the Nation comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Weight of the Nation?

Key cast members in The Weight of the Nation include Francis Collins, Samuel Klein, Rudolph Leibel, Robert Lustig, Kelly D. Brownell.

Who created or directed The Weight of the Nation?

The Weight of the Nation was developed and directed by Not specified.