Vanity Fair Confidential Season 4 Episode 9

Ep 9. The Disco Inferno

  • TV-14
  • April 2, 2018
  • 42 min
  • 7.0  (5)

In Vanity Fair Confidential season 4 episode 9, titled "The Disco Inferno," viewers are taken back to the notorious days of New York City's Studio 54 nightclub. This episode investigates a tragic incident that occurred in the early hours of March 25, 1983, when a fire broke out at the club, resulting in the death of 87 people.

Through interviews with survivors, eyewitnesses, and investigators, "The Disco Inferno" delves into the circumstances surrounding the fire and the subsequent investigation. The episode examines the overcrowding of the club, the use of pyrotechnics by one of the performers, and the possible role of the club's owners in allowing unsafe conditions to persist.

The episode also explores the response of the city, including the controversial decision by Mayor Ed Koch to allow the club to reopen just a few days after the fire. Additionally, the episode looks at how the tragedy led to changes in the way nightclubs and other venues are regulated for safety.

"The Disco Inferno" provides a detailed and compelling breakdown of the events surrounding this tragedy, shedding light on the human cost of reckless greed and disregard for safety. Despite occurring over 35 years ago, the lessons learned through this tragedy continue to be relevant today.

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  • First Aired
    April 2, 2018
  • Content Rating
    TV-14
  • Runtime
    42 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.0  (5)