The iconic New York City-based watchmaker shares its extraordinary journey through design, innovation, and cultural impact in a feature-length documentary now available to stream nationwide
Today, in celebration of its 150th anniversary,Bulova is proud to announce the national streaming debut of its commemorative documentary, America Telling Time: 150 Years of Bulova, now available on Amazon Prime Video.
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The film is now available for Amazon Prime Video subscribers, offering an inside look at Bulova's pioneering spirit, innovative milestones, and cultural impact over the past century and a half. The film also features notable commentary from music legends Nile Rodgers and Marc Anthony and more, all longtime partners of the brand.
“As we celebrate this monumental year for Bulova, we are excited to bring our journey through time to the homes of Amazon Prime Video viewers,” said Jeffrey Cohen, President of Citizen Watch America. “From launching the first-ever Veterans School of Watchmaking after WWII, to bold marketing campaigns like Equal Pay, Equal Time in the 1970s, Bulova has always stood for innovation with purpose. This film is a celebration of how far we've come, and a look at the future we're shaping.”
Founded in 1875, Joseph Bulovalaunched his first storefront on Maiden Lane in Lower Manhattan. What followed was a legacy of firsts:
— The introduction ofAmerica's first standardized mass watch production system, earning Bulova the nickname “Henry Ford of watchmaking.”
— The creation ofthe first line of women's wristwatches in 1917.
— The debut ofthe first clock radio in 1928.
— And a media revolution, withthe first national radio ad (1926) and the first-ever TV commercial (1941).
— In 1960,Bulova changed the way the world told time with the Accutron, the world's first fully electronic watch.
— The introduction of the world'sfirst curved chronograph movement, CURV, featuring Bulova's proprietary Precisionist technology in 2016.
Through the decades, Bulova has graced the wrists of iconic figures like Frank Sinatra, Carroll Shelby, Frank Lloyd Wright and continues tosponsor major global events like the Latin Grammys. During WWII, Bulova produced vital aviation instruments, and its watches were integral to NASA's space missions, including the Apollo moon landings.
The documentary is part of a year-long celebration that will include limited-edition timepieces and tributes to Bulova's most historically significant achievements, continuing to bridge the brand's storied past with its forward-looking vision.
To stream the film, visit the link here. To learn more about Bulova's 150th anniversary and new timepieces, head towww.bulova.com/us/en/bulova-150.
About BulovaSince its inception in 1875, Bulova has been synonymous with quality, precision, and innovation in the world of timekeeping. With a rich heritage of 150 years ago, from its early days in Lower Manhattan to its iconic status in New York City and beyond, and a commitment to exceptional craftsmanship, Bulova continues to create watches that blend classic elegance with cutting-edge technology. From the iconic Archive Series to the celebrated CURV and proprietary Precisionist movement, Bulova remains a symbol of excellence in the art of watchmaking. Today, it remains dedicated to bold design, pioneering innovation, and cultural advocacy, poised to inspire future generations with its timeless craftsmanship. Bulova is set to propel the heritage forward, continuously upgrading technology and engineering to reach new heights of excellence. For more information, visitwww.bulova.com.
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