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Andrew Marr's History of the World

2012·Show
8Episodes in1Season·TV-PG
81
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Strong craft, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Spectacular

  • Spectacle7
  • Fast Pace6
  • Violence3

Heart

Awe-inspiring

  • Wonder9
  • Wholesome6
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

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History

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, storytelling, and dialogue

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

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About

Andrew Marr's History of the World is a 2012 BBC documentary television series presented by Andrew Marr that covers 70,000 years of world history from the beginning of human civilisation, as African nomadic peoples spread out around the world and settled down to become the first farmers, up to the twentieth century.
World HistoryEducational DocumentarySweeping NarrativesHuman CivilizationHistorical PerspectiveGlobal ScopeInformative & EngagingExpert NarrationAmbitious Scale

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Where can I stream Andrew Marr's History of the World legally?

Andrew Marr's History of the World is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Andrew Marr's History of the World worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 8.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Andrew Marr's History of the World rated?

TV-PG

It's rated TV-PG in the United States.

How many seasons does Andrew Marr's History of the World have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 8 episodes of about 50 minutes each.

When did Andrew Marr's History of the World air?

It ran from 2012 to 2012 and has ended.

What language is Andrew Marr's History of the World in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in France, Germany, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Andrew Marr's History of the World?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Andrew Marr's History of the World in 13 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.