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Building Big

9.020001 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

Think big! Engineers have been doing just that for thousands of years, as renowned author-illustrator David Macaulay proves in this five-part miniseries on spectacular structures. The programs cover bridges, domes, skyscrapers, dams, and…

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
Bridges
Oct 3, 2000
E2
Domes
Oct 10, 2000
E3
Skyscrapers
Oct 17, 2000
E4
Dams
Oct 24, 2000
E5
Tunnels
Oct 31, 2000

Cast

DMDavid Macaulay
David Macaulay
Host
LK
Larry Klein
Director

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1994 · 9.0
David Macaulay: Mill Times
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2001
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1983 · 6.0
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Building Big — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Building Big?

Building Big is streaming on Hoopla in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Building Big on Netflix?

No, Building Big is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is Building Big on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Building Big isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch Building Big for free?

Building Big is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in United States.

How many seasons are in Building Big?

Building Big has 1 season in total (5 episodes). The series concluded in 2000.

Are all episodes of Building Big out yet?

Yes — all 5 episodes across 1 season of Building Big are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Building Big?

No — Building Big ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.