Big History

2013·Show
17Episodes in1Season
IMDb7.3
Episode ratings

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Big History fingerprint

Striking style, emotionally cool.

Energy

Spectacular

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle7
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Awe-inspiring

  • Wonder9
  • Hopefulness6
  • Wholesome5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History and technology

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Complexity8
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

Explores many facets of epic moments in history from the past 13.7 billion years, from a Big History perspective.
Historical DocumentaryCosmic ScaleEducational & InformativeScience & CivilizationPhilosophical ExplorationInterdisciplinary PerspectiveEvolution of EverythingGrand NarrativeThought-Provoking

Crew

Directed by:
Gabriel Rotello

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Big History

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Where can I stream Big History legally?

PrimeHooplaHISTORY VaultThe Great Courses

Big History is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Big History worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Big History have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 17 episodes.

When did Big History air?

It ran from 2013 to 2013 and has ended.

What language is Big History in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Big History?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Big History in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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