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Horrible Histories: Gory Games

2011·Show
81Episodes in5Seasons

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Horrible Histories: Gory Games fingerprint

Funny, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Heartwarming and hopeful

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Nostalgia6

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit and situational comedy

  • Wit & Wordplay8
  • Situational Comedy7
  • Physical Comedy5

World

History

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability8
  • Novelty8

Craft

Standout dialogue

  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Horrible Histories: Gory Games is a television quiz and game show co-produced by Citrus Television and Lion Television for the BBC. It is a spin-off of the Horrible Histories TV show. The first series began on 30 May 2011. The show is hosted by Come Dine With Me host Dave Lamb and Rattus Rattus, the Horrible Histories rat puppet. The show revolves around "horrible facts". Author of the Horrible Histories book series, Terry Deary, sometimes makes guest appearances on the show in the form of a monk.
Children's Game ShowHistorical EducationHumorous LearningFamily EntertainmentQuiz Show FormatBritish ComedyFact-Filled FunInteractiveWholesome & Witty

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Is Horrible Histories: Gory Games worth watching?

61
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Horrible Histories: Gory Games have?

5 seasons

It has 5 seasons with 81 episodes of about 30 minutes each.

When did Horrible Histories: Gory Games air?

It ran from 2011 to 2018 and has ended.

What language is Horrible Histories: Gory Games in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.