The Victorians

The Victorians (2009)

EndedDocumentary showHistory

Jeremy Paxman takes his love of Victorian paintings as the starting point for a journey into Victorian Britain. Such pictures may not be fashionable today, but they are a goldmine of information about the most dynamic age in British history. He investigates the most dramatic event of Victorian Britain: the explosion of great cities. At first the Victorians feared these new monsters in their midst, but then grew to love and transform them. Jeremy explores the canals and sewers, suburbs and back streets, workhouses and magnificent buildings of the great Victorian city, while also picturing the fun-filled chaos of Derby Day.

Streaming

Watch Now

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E04Dreams and NightmaresMar 8, 2009
S01E03Having It AllMar 1, 2009
S01E02Home Sweet HomeFeb 22, 2009
S01E01Painting the TownFeb 15, 2009
View all episodesView all seasons

Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Victorians' premiere?

'The Victorians' premiered on April 28, 2009.

Who is the narrator of 'The Victorians'?

'The Victorians' is narrated by actor Jeremy Paxman.

Who directed the episodes of 'The Victorians'?

'The Victorians' was directed by Tim Dunn.

What is the genre of 'The Victorians'?

'The Victorians' is a documentary television series.

How many episodes are there in 'The Victorians'?

There are four episodes in 'The Victorians'.

Who produced 'The Victorians'?

'The Victorians' was produced by BBC.

What is the focus of the first episode of 'The Victorians'?

The first episode of 'The Victorians' focuses on the life and reign of Queen Victoria.

Who is interviewed in the second episode of 'The Victorians'?

The second episode of 'The Victorians' features interviews with historians and biographers, including Jane Ridley and Matthew Engel.

What is the focus of the third episode of 'The Victorians'?

The third episode of 'The Victorians' focuses on the social and cultural changes that took place during the Victorian era.

What is the focus of the fourth episode of 'The Victorians'?

The fourth episode of 'The Victorians' focuses on the legacy of the Victorian era and its impact on contemporary British society.

What was Queen Victoria's relationship with her husband, Prince Albert?

Queen Victoria had a close and loving relationship with her husband, Prince Albert, and was devastated by his death.

What role does the Great Exhibition of 1851 play in the Victorian era?

The Great Exhibition of 1851 is seen as a symbol of the achievements of the Victorian era and its emphasis on progress and innovation.

Cast

View all cast

Characters

View all characters

Recently Updated Shows

Recently updated shows that might be of your interest.
Ms. X
Running

Ms. X

Ms. X centres on a woman who teams up with an old high school friend to scare her cheating husband into staying faithful. However, when things turn (accidentally) homicidal, she becomes caught between the cops, the cartel, and a vicious PTA.

Tyler Perry's Ruthless
Running

Tyler Perry's Ruthless

The riveting story of a woman named Ruth who kidnaps her young daughter to join her in the dark underworld of a fanatical religious cult. Based on a character introduced in Tyler Perry's The Oval.

GenreDrama
Survivor
Running

Survivor

Eighteen to twenty castaways will compete against each other on Survivor. All castaways will compete to outwit, outplay, outlast and ultimately be crowned Sole Survivor.

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Running

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

On Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, John Oliver presents a satirical look at the week in news, politics and current events.

GenreComedy
Saturday Night Live
Running

Saturday Night Live

Saturday Night Live is an Emmy Award-winning late-night comedy showcase.

Since its inception in 1975, "SNL" has launched the careers of many of the brightest comedy performers of their generation. As The New York Times noted on the occasion of the show's Emmy-winning 25th Anniversary special in 1999, "in defiance of both time and show business convention, 'SNL' is still the most pervasive influence on the art of comedy in contemporary culture." At the close of the century, "Saturday Night Live" placed seventh on Entertainment Weekly's list of the Top 100 Entertainers of the past fifty years.