Why Did David Duchovny's Family Come to America Then Leave?
Season 9
Episode 7
About the Episode
David Duchovny and Professor Henry Louis Gates, Jr. trace the story of David's family journey to New York, the separation, reunion and tragic circumstances that later led to his great-grandfather relocating to Israel.
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| Expires: | Runtime: 7m 19s
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