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The World at War

TV-PG1973–19741 seasonPeter Batty,Hugh Ragett
IMDb 9.2

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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.

DocumentaryWar & Politics
World War IiSoldiersWarVeteransTestimony

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What is The World at War (1973) about?

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.

Who stars in The World at War?

The World at War stars Laurence Olivier (Narrator). The series was created by Peter Batty.

How many seasons does The World at War have?

The World at War has 1 seasons. There are 26 episodes in total.

Is The World at War worth watching?

The World at War holds an IMDb rating of 9.2/10. Fans of Documentary, War & Politics are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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