Griff Rhys Jones embarks on a whirlwind 24-hour journey through the heart of New York City, peeling back the layers of its iconic skyline and bustling streets. From the dizzying heights of its most famous skyscrapers to the hidden, subterranean secrets of its grandest transit hubs, Jones explores the human stories that define this relentless metropolis. He meets the people who keep the city running, from the dedicated sanitation workers who clear its streets to the artisans who craft its world-renowned pianos, all while uncovering the surprising history and vibrant, diverse culture that make New York the ultimate city of dreams.