The World at War 1973
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- October 31, 1973
- Format
- 1 season · 26 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~26 hours (60 min/ep)
- Network
- ITV1
What is The World at War?
The World at War is a television series first released in 1973. Catalogued under Documentary, War & Politics.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1973
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 26
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 31, 1973
- Networks
- ITV1
- Genres
- Documentary, War & Politics
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 8.3/10
- Format
- 1 season · 26 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~60 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- ITV1
How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 26 episodes and an average 60-minute runtime.
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Overview
The World at War is a television series first released in 1973. Catalogued under Documentary, War & Politics. Produced and broadcast by ITV1. Current status: Ended. Spans 1 seasons and 26 tracked episodes.
Should you watch it?
“A sweeping documentary chronicles World War II from its origins to its lasting aftermath.”
- Comprehensive coverage of WWII events
- Chronicles the war from its 1920s roots to postwar impact
- Features period footage and expert commentary
- Lengthy runtime may feel dense
- Focuses on broad overview rather than personal stories
Watch it if you want a thorough, documentary‑style overview of World War II.
The series presents serious war history suitable for viewers comfortable with mature historical content.
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What is The World at War?
It is a 1973 documentary television series that provides a historical account of World War II.
When was the series released?
The series was first released in 1973.
What time period does the series cover?
It covers events from the 1920s origins of the conflict through the war and its aftermath.
What rating does the series have?
It is rated TV‑PG.
Is it a fictional drama?
No, it is a documentary focusing on war and politics.
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