Fierce submarine battles in the North Atlantic are explored in the next episode, detailing the evolution of the convoy system and the cunning tactics employed by German U-boats.
Aired: Oct 31, 1973Germany's rebirth begins as the 1920s conclude, with the Nazi Party's momentu...
2. Distant War (September 1939–May 1940)
Aired: Nov 7, 1973The next episode delves into the tumultuous period of 1939-1940, tracing key ...
3. France Falls (May–June 1940)
Aired: Nov 14, 1973The next episode delves into the complex web of French politics, the Maginot ...
Aired: Nov 21, 1973The Allies suffer a string of crushing defeats, marked by the Battle of Brita...
5. Barbarossa (June–December 1941)
Aired: Nov 28, 1973Germany launches a massive invasion of the Soviet Union, capitalizing on its ...
Aired: Dec 5, 1973Japan's rapid expansion is examined in the next episode, covering the Sino-Ja...
7. On Our Way: U.S.A. (1939–1942)
Aired: Dec 12, 1973The next episode examines the tumultuous period following Pearl Harbor, featu...
8. The Desert: North Africa (1940–1943)
Aired: Dec 19, 1973The next episode delves into the arduous desert war, tracing the aftermath of...
9. Stalingrad (June 1942-February 1943)
Aired: Jan 2, 1974The next episode delves into the pivotal Battle of Stalingrad, where the Germ...
10. Wolfpack: U-Boats in the Atlantic (1939–1944)
Aired: Jan 16, 1974Fierce submarine battles in the North Atlantic are explored in the next episo...
11. Red Star: The Soviet Union (1941–1943)
Aired: Jan 23, 1974The next episode delves into the pivotal moments of World War II, tracing the...
12. Whirlwind: Bombing Germany (September 1939–April 1944)
Aired: Jan 30, 1974The dawn of strategic bombing brings a new era of innovation and competition ...
13. Tough Old Gut: Italy (November 1942-June 1944)
Aired: Jan 30, 1974The Italian Campaign escalates with Operation Torch in North Africa and the i...
14. It's a Lovely Day Tomorrow: Burma (1942–1944)
Aired: Feb 13, 1974Jungle battles in Burma and India intensify, compensating for their smaller s...
15. Home Fires: Britain (1940–1944)
Aired: Feb 20, 1974The next episode of "The World at War" explores Britain's turbulent period af...
16. Inside the Reich: Germany (1940–1944)
Aired: Feb 27, 1974As the war rages on, Germany experiences a profound transformation, with cens...
17. Morning (June–August 1944)
Aired: Mar 6, 1974The next episode delves into key events of Operation Overlord, recounting the...
18. Occupation: Holland (1940–1944)
Aired: Mar 13, 1974The next episode delves into the complex and tumultuous experiences of the Du...
19. Pincers (August 1944–March 1945)
Aired: Mar 20, 1974The next episode delves into the pivotal moments of World War II, showcasing ...
Aired: Mar 27, 1974The next episode delves into the origins and evolution of the SS, tracing the...
21. Nemesis (February–May 1945)
Aired: Apr 3, 1974The Allied forces launch a massive invasion of Germany, while the city of Dre...
Aired: Apr 10, 1974As Japan's war efforts began to falter, the country's society underwent a dra...
23. Pacific - The Island to Island War (February 1942–July 1945)
Aired: Apr 17, 1974The Allied forces employ a strategic island-hopping approach, driven by Admir...
24. The Atomic Bomb (February–September 1945)
Aired: Apr 24, 1974The next installment delves into the pivotal moments of August 1945, as the g...
Aired: May 1, 1974Survivors of the devastation must struggle to survive amidst the ruins as a n...
Aired: May 8, 1974Next episode: A powerful exploration of World War II through the eyes of surv...
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United Kingdom
Main Cast
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Current Status: Ended
Network: ITV1
Production Countries: United Kingdom, United States
Genres:War, Documentary, History
At the present time, viewers have the opportunity to enjoy "The World at War" completely free of charge, though with occasional advertisements, on the following streaming platforms: UKTV Play.
