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Blowing Up History

2016 – 2023Show6 seasons95 episodes

Documentary
69
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5

A wondrous, spectacular documentary series about history and technology.

Good for family movie night · friends night · kids

Skip it if you want something to laugh at

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Not for laughs, scares or brutality.

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Episodes

6 seasons · 95 episodes · best: S1E5 "Secrets of the Pyramids" 8.9

Episodes

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7.6
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8.3
7.7

Story

Some of the most iconic and historic buildings of the ancient and medieval worlds are examined by 'blow apart' CGI animation to reveal how these structures were built. Using the latest archaeological investigations combined with X-Ray and LiDar scanning technologies, the series delves into the myths and mysteries behind ancient civilizations and the structures they built.

Feels like

  • Archaeological Discovery
  • Historical Engineering
  • CGI Animation
  • Ancient Civilizations
  • Structural Deconstruction
  • Educational Documentary
  • Technological Insights
  • Architectural Wonders
  • Myth & Mystery Exploration

Crew

Directors
James Franklin, Tom Ranson, Nathan Budd

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Facts

July 26, 2016 · August 20, 2023 · Ended

First aired
July 26, 2016
Last aired
August 20, 2023
Status
Ended
Length
6 seasons · 95 episodes
Genres
Documentary
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
19 countries

Q&A

7 questions, like "Where can I stream Blowing Up History?"

Questions about Blowing Up History

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Where can I stream Blowing Up History?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Blowing Up History from Apple TV Store. It streams in 15 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is Blowing Up History worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69 (IMDb 7.5).

Which season of Blowing Up History is best?

Season 8, with an IMDb average of 8.3. Season 3 is the weakest at 7.6. The highest-rated episode is Secrets of the Pyramids (season 1, episode 5) at 8.9, and the lowest is Egypt's Floating Pyramid (season 5, episode 9) at 6.8.

Is Blowing Up History okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Blowing Up History?

71 h

About 71 hours: 95 episodes in 6 seasons of about 45 minutes each, aired from 2016 to 2023.

Can I half-watch Blowing Up History?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Is Blowing Up History plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly plot-driven: spectacle (7 of 10) and intrigue (6 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.