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PBS documentary series (1988–present), 39 seasons.

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POV is a documentary series that aired on PBS, running since 1988 with 39 seasons and 568 episodes. POV is still running; its most recent episode aired on September 7, 2026.

U.S. premiere
July 20, 2026
Where
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Time
Varies by station
Episodes
6
Finale
September 7, 2026

Where to watch POV season 39 in the U.S.

WhereHowWhenNotes
PBS Broadcast (free)Antenna / cable – Original U.S. run on PBS. [1]

Season 39 episode schedule

Ep. Title U.S. date Time Status
1 The Dating Game [1] Check local listings national slot Listed
2 For Venida, For Kalief [1] Check local listings national slot Listed
3 The Gas Station Attendant [1] Check local listings national slot Listed
4 How to Build a Library [1] Check local listings national slot Listed
5 Arrest The Midwife [1] Check local listings national slot Listed
6 Remake [1] Check local listings national slot Listed

Dates are U.S. dates. Broadcast times are the network's national slot; your local station may differ.

About POV

POV is a documentary series that aired on PBS, running since 1988 with 39 seasons and 568 episodes. POV is still running; its most recent episode aired on September 7, 2026.

Season 39: Season 39 of POV aired from July 20, 2026 to September 7, 2026 on PBS (6 episodes).

  • Network / service: PBS (first aired July 5, 1988)
  • Official site: pbs.org

All seasons

Season 39

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Season 39 of POV aired from July 20, 2026 to September 7, 2026 on PBS (6 episodes).

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Season 38

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Season 38 of POV aired from June 23, 2025 to December 8, 2025 on PBS (15 episodes).

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Season 37

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Season 37 of POV aired from June 24, 2024 to June 30, 2025 on PBS (14 episodes).

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Season 36

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Season 36 of POV aired from June 26, 2023 to March 18, 2024 on PBS (16 episodes).

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Season 35

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Season 35 of POV aired from January 24, 2022 to January 9, 2023 on PBS (16 episodes).

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Season 34

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Season 34 of POV aired from July 5, 2021 to December 27, 2021 on PBS (11 episodes).

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Season 33

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Season 33 of POV aired from June 29, 2020 to May 10, 2021 on PBS (14 episodes).

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Season 32

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Season 32 of POV aired from June 17, 2019 to March 23, 2020 on PBS (16 episodes).

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Season 31

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Season 31 of POV aired from April 18, 2018 to March 18, 2019 on PBS (20 episodes).

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Season 30

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Season 30 of POV aired from June 26, 2017 to February 12, 2018 on PBS (20 episodes).

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Season 29

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Season 29 of POV aired from May 23, 2016 to October 31, 2016 on PBS (14 episodes).

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Season 28

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Season 28 of POV aired from June 22, 2015 to October 2, 2015 on PBS (14 episodes).

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Season 27

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Season 27 of POV aired from June 23, 2014 to November 11, 2014 on PBS (15 episodes).

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Season 26

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Season 26 of POV aired from June 24, 2013 to February 3, 2014 on PBS (16 episodes).

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Season 25

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Season 25 of POV aired from June 21, 2012 to March 24, 2013 on PBS (18 episodes).

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Season 24

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Season 24 of POV aired from June 21, 2011 to February 23, 2012 on PBS (22 episodes).

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Season 23

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Season 23 of POV aired from April 21, 2010 to October 5, 2010 on PBS (26 episodes).

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Season 22

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Season 22 of POV aired from June 23, 2009 to December 30, 2009 on PBS (18 episodes).

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Season 21

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Season 21 of POV aired from March 1, 2008 to December 10, 2008 on PBS (17 episodes).

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Season 20

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Season 20 of POV aired from June 19, 2007 to December 12, 2007 on PBS (21 episodes).

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Season 19

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Season 19 of POV aired from June 27, 2006 to October 25, 2006 on PBS (13 episodes).

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Season 18

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Season 18 of POV aired from February 7, 2005 to September 13, 2005 on PBS (16 episodes).

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Season 17

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Season 17 of POV aired from June 22, 2004 to September 28, 2004 on PBS (12 episodes).

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Season 16

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Season 16 of POV aired from June 17, 2003 to April 21, 2004 on PBS (14 episodes).

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Season 15

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Season 15 of POV aired from June 25, 2002 to January 22, 2003 on PBS (12 episodes).

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Season 14

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Season 14 of POV aired from June 19, 2001 to December 13, 2001 on PBS (11 episodes).

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Season 13

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Season 13 of POV aired from June 27, 2000 to December 18, 2000 on PBS (10 episodes).

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Season 12

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Season 12 of POV aired from June 1, 1999 to June 5, 2000 on PBS (10 episodes).

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Season 11

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Season 11 of POV aired from June 2, 1998 to September 15, 1998 on PBS (11 episodes).

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Season 10

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Season 10 of POV aired from June 3, 1997 to August 5, 1997 on PBS (10 episodes).

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Season 9

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Season 9 of POV aired from May 28, 1996 to November 27, 1996 on PBS (13 episodes).

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Season 8

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Season 8 of POV aired from June 1, 1995 to October 5, 1995 on PBS (11 episodes).

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Season 7

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Season 7 of POV aired from June 7, 1994 to August 9, 1994 on PBS (10 episodes).

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Season 6

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Season 6 of POV aired from June 15, 1993 to September 10, 1993 on PBS (12 episodes).

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Season 5

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Season 5 of POV aired from June 15, 1992 to September 28, 1992 on PBS (14 episodes).

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Season 4

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Season 4 of POV aired from June 18, 1991 to September 3, 1991 on PBS (17 episodes).

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Season 3

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Season 3 of POV aired from June 26, 1990 to September 11, 1990 on PBS (16 episodes).

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Season 2

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Season 2 of POV aired from July 16, 1989 to November 15, 1989 on PBS (15 episodes).

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Season 1

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Season 1 of POV aired from July 5, 1988 to September 6, 1988 on PBS (12 episodes).

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Common questions

How many seasons of POV are there?

POV has 39 seasons and 568 episodes listed, with the first airing on July 5, 1988.

Is POV still on?

POV is still running; its most recent episode aired on September 7, 2026.

Where can I watch POV?

POV originally aired on PBS in the U.S. Streaming rights for older seasons change over time, so check PBS's own app and the major streaming services for the current home.

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