The Cable That Changed the World (2024)

The Cable That Changed the World (2024) poster

The first transatlantic communications cable, traversing the ocean floor from Valentia Island, County Kerry, to Newfoundland, Canada, 165 years ago was an 8 year endeavor that helped lay the foundation of the modern technology industry and explains the fragility of undersea cables today.

Director: Ruán Magan
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 90 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Ronan Coleman
Editing: Juangus Dinsmore
Production: RTÉ, BBC Northern Ireland, Tyrone Productions
Country: Germany, France, Ireland, United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

technology, atlantic ocean, electric installation, communication, science history, telecommunications, historical documentary

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Cable That Changed the World about?
The first transatlantic communications cable, traversing the ocean floor from Valentia Island, County Kerry, to Newfoundland, Canada, 165 years ago was an 8 year endeavor that helped lay the foundation of the modern technology industry and explains the fragility of undersea cables today.
Who directed The Cable That Changed the World?
The Cable That Changed the World was directed by Ruán Magan.
Who stars in The Cable That Changed the World?
The Cable That Changed the World stars Jessie Buckley.
How long is The Cable That Changed the World?
The Cable That Changed the World has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is The Cable That Changed the World?
The Cable That Changed the World is a Documentary, History film.
Where was The Cable That Changed the World produced?
The Cable That Changed the World was produced in Germany, France, Ireland, United Kingdom.