The World at War
A documentary series that gives a historical account of the events of World War II, from its roots in the 1920s to the aftermath and the lives it profoundly influenced.
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Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video.
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The World At War 1973(World War II Documentary) 01.A New Germany (1933–1939)
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Frequently asked questions about The World at War
Where can I watch The World at War in the United States?
The World at War is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The World at War?
The World at War scores 8.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The World at War?
The World at War stars Laurence Olivier.
How many seasons of The World at War are there?
The World at War has 1 season and 26 episodes, and is ended.
How long does it take to watch all of The World at War?
All 26 episodes of The World at War add up to about 26 hours at roughly 60 minutes each. At two hours a night that is about 13 evenings; at four hours a day it takes about 7 days.
What network is The World at War on?
The World at War airs on ITV1, and is produced by Thames Television and Blakeway Productions.
What languages is The World at War in?
The World at War is in German, English, and French, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.