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Boom Town: How Merthyr Made the World

Name: Boom Town: How Merthyr Made the World
Released: 2025-06-17
Rating: 7.5

(2025)

7.5 / 10(100 votes)

2025-06-17

59 min

4K / 1080p FHD

Documentary

Synopsis

A unique mix of natural resources, daring investment, the fierce 'Merthyr spirit', global wars and a drive to innovate all transformed this valley town from rural idyl into an industrial superpower.

StatusReleased

BudgetUndisclosed

Box Office RevenueUndisclosed

Top Billed Cast

Steffan Powell

Self - Presenter

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Boom Town: How Merthyr Made the World

Synopsis

Top Billed Cast

Steffan Powell

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