The Great War

The Great War (1964)

EndedDocumentary showWar, History

In the early 1960s the BBC embarked on one of their most important and ambitious series ever. It was to be the definitive history of the First World War, complete in twenty-six 40-minute episodes. An inspired account of the world-shattering events of 1914-1918, The Great War is narrated by Sir Michael Redgrave and employs the voice skills of many other leading actors of the day including Sir Ralph Richardson and Marius Goring. The series includes authentic archive footage and stunning photographic images gathered from 37 separate sources around the world. It also features interviews with many veterans of the war (by this time most were still only in their 60s), as well as almost 150 separate extracts from diaries, letters and reports from the war.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (40 min)

Last Episode

...And We Were Young
Season 1Episode 2640 min

...And We Were Young

Relief spreads throgh the ranks on all sides as history's bloodiest conflict finally comes to an end. With the Armistice now in effect, the Allied countries are overcome by a frenzy of joy and exultation.
Nov 22, 1964

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E26...And We Were YoungNov 22, 1964
S01E25The Iron Thrones Are FallingNov 15, 1964
S01E24Allah Made Mesopotamia - and Added FliesNov 8, 1964
S01E23When Must the End Be?Nov 1, 1964
S01E22Damn Them, Are They Never Coming In?Oct 25, 1964
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Great War make its premiere?

The Great War made its premiere on September 23, 1964.

Who narrated The Great War?

Michael Redgrave narrated The Great War.

How many episodes were in the first season of The Great War?

The Great War only had one season consisting of 26 episodes.

Which production company was behind The Great War?

The Great War was produced by the BBC.

Was The Great War a documentary series?

Yes, The Great War was a documentary series.

What was the subject of The Great War?

The Great War was a documentary series that focused on the events and causes of World War I.

How long was each episode of The Great War?

Each episode of The Great War was roughly 40 minutes long.

Did The Great War feature any interviews with veterans?

Yes, The Great War featured interviews with veterans who served during World War I.

What unique perspective did The Great War offer?

The Great War offered a unique perspective by featuring interviews with both German and British veterans.

Was The Great War well-received by critics?

Yes, The Great War received critical acclaim for its detailed and informative examination of the events of World War I.

Did The Great War feature any reenactments?

No, The Great War did not feature any reenactments.

Who directed The Great War?

The Great War was directed by Sebastian Graham Jones.

Was The Great War available for home viewing after its initial airing?

Yes, The Great War has been released on DVD and is available for home viewing.

Was The Great War shown outside of the U.K.?

Yes, The Great War was aired in several countries outside the U.K.

Cast

Ralph Richardson

Ralph Richardson

voices Douglas Haig
Michael Redgrave

Michael Redgrave

voices himself
Emlyn Williams

Emlyn Williams

voices Lloyd George
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Characters

Douglas Haig

Douglas Haig

voiced by Ralph Richardson
Narrator

Narrator

voiced by Michael Redgrave
Lloyd George

Lloyd George

voiced by Emlyn Williams
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