World at War

The critically acclaimed documentary series with revealing detail and footage of World War II, narrated by legend Laurence Olivier.

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The World at War
World at War

Series 1 | Episode 8

Laurence Olivier narrates this exhaustive account of World War II. In the deserts of North Africa, the 8th Army battles against Rommel's Afrika Korps.

The World at War
World at War

Series 1 | Episode 7

Recalling America's entry into World War II after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, the great Laurence Olivier sheds more light on the deadliest conflict in history.

The World at War
World at War

Series 1 | Episode 6

December 7, 1941 saw the infamous Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Laurence Olivier revisits this pivotal moment of World War II in the much-praised documentary series.

The World at War
World at War

Series 1 | Episode 5

A milestone in TV history: Laurence Olivier tells the story of WWII. Hitler turns his tanks towards Russia. After a succession of victories, the Germans delay fatally.

The World at War
World at War

Series 1 | Episode 4

After Dunkirk, Britain faced an onslaught. Although the RAF won the Battle of Britain, our cities were blitzed. Laurence Olivier tells us more in the landmark series on WWII.

The World at War
World at War

Series 1 | Episode 13

The hugely respected chronology of WWII. Churchill described Italy as the 'soft underbelly of the crocodile', thinking the Allies could cut through it to reach Germany.

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About The World at War
About The World at War

The World at War remains the most impacting and definitive account of WWII ever televised

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5 Days That Defined World War Two

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