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Gold Rush: The Discovery of America

20161 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

The discovery of gold nuggets in the Sacramento Valley in early 1848 sparked the Gold Rush, arguably one of the most significant events to shape American history during the first half of the 19th century. As news spread of the discovery,…

DirectorKevin R. Hershberger
ProducerKevin R. Hershberger

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 1 other country

Gold Rush: The Discovery of America isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Manifest Destiny
Aug 6, 2016
E2
The Fever Begins
Aug 13, 2016
E3
The '49ers
Aug 20, 2016
E4
Birth of California
Aug 27, 2016
E5
The Rush of Riches
Sep 3, 2016

Cast · Directed by Kevin R. Hershberger

CBCoby Batty
Coby Batty
Narrator

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Gold Rush: The Discovery of America — streaming FAQ

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Gold Rush: The Discovery of America isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Gold Rush: The Discovery of America on Netflix?

No, Gold Rush: The Discovery of America is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Gold Rush: The Discovery of America on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Gold Rush: The Discovery of America isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Gold Rush: The Discovery of America for free?

Gold Rush: The Discovery of America isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

How many seasons does Gold Rush: The Discovery of America have?

Gold Rush: The Discovery of America has 1 season so far.

Are all episodes of Gold Rush: The Discovery of America out yet?

The 1 released season of Gold Rush: The Discovery of America is complete, but the show is still in production — a new season is expected.

Is there a Season 2 of Gold Rush: The Discovery of America?

A Season 2 of Gold Rush: The Discovery of America hasn't been officially confirmed yet.