The Virtual Revolution

The Virtual Revolution (2010)

EndedDocumentary show

The Virtual Revolution charts two decades of profound change since the invention of the World Wide Web, weighing up the huge benefits and the unforeseen downsides.

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday at 20:30 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E04Homo Interneticus?Feb 20, 2010
S01E03The Cost of FreeFeb 13, 2010
S01E02Enemy of the State?Feb 6, 2010
S01E01The Great Leveling?Jan 30, 2010
View all episodesView all seasons

Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Virtual Revolution' premiere?

'The Virtual Revolution' premiered on January 30, 2010.

What is 'The Virtual Revolution' about?

'The Virtual Revolution' is a BBC documentary series that explores the history and impact of the internet on society.

Who hosted 'The Virtual Revolution'?

'The Virtual Revolution' was hosted by technology writer Aleks Krotoski.

How many episodes are in 'The Virtual Revolution'?

'The Virtual Revolution' consists of four episodes.

What is the title of episode one of 'The Virtual Revolution'?

The title of episode one of 'The Virtual Revolution' is "The Great Levelling?"

Who was interviewed in episode two of 'The Virtual Revolution'?

In episode two of 'The Virtual Revolution', historian Niall Ferguson was interviewed.

What is the title of episode three of 'The Virtual Revolution'?

The title of episode three of 'The Virtual Revolution' is "The Cost Of Free".

What is the focus of episode four of 'The Virtual Revolution'?

Episode four of 'The Virtual Revolution' focuses on the future of the internet and the challenges it faces.

What does episode two of 'The Virtual Revolution' cover?

Episode two of 'The Virtual Revolution' explores the rise of social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter.

Who was interviewed in episode one of 'The Virtual Revolution'?

In episode one of 'The Virtual Revolution', Wikimedia Foundation founder Jimmy Wales was interviewed.

In what year was 'The Virtual Revolution' produced?

'The Virtual Revolution' was produced in the year 2009.

Who narrates 'The Virtual Revolution'?

'The Virtual Revolution' is narrated by Jamie Bartlett.

What is the title of episode four of 'The Virtual Revolution'?

The title of episode four of 'The Virtual Revolution' is "Enemy Of The State?".

Cast

View all cast

Characters

View all characters

Recently Updated Shows

Recently updated shows that might be of your interest.
The Chicken Sisters
Running

The Chicken Sisters

The Chicken Sisters is a family drama dipped in southern charm and served up with a saucy side of romance. The setting is the fictional town of Merinac, where a generations-old rift between dueling fried chicken restaurants – Mimi's and Frannie's – has left the founders' families fractured and the locals taking sides. When popular cooking competition show Kitchen Clash comes to town, this could be the recipe for ending this feud once and for all. But things are fixing to heat up both inside and outside of the kitchen as the reality show spotlight causes sparks to fly as secrets are spilled and feathers get ruffled.

Irish Blood
Running

Irish Blood

Irish Blood focuses on Fiona, whose path in life is earmarked by her father, Declan, who seemingly abandoned her and her mother on her tenth birthday. After years of channelling anger toward him, to the benefit of her litigious clients, a message from her father sends her to Ireland. There she learns key truths about her father as well as a family that doesn't know she exists, and, moreover, that the story of abandonment that has shaped her entire life - was a lie. A lie intended to protect her and her mother from her father's shady business dealings. Fiona resolves to uncover the full truth about her father and reconnect with the parent she only thought she knew. 

Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft
Running

Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft

Thrust into a high-stakes chase around the world, fearless adventurer Lara Croft confronts her traumatic past while unraveling an ancient mystery.

All Our Wrong Todays
Upcoming

All Our Wrong Todays

All Our Wrong Todays tells the story of Tom Barren, who lives in a world where technology has solved all of humanity's problems — there's no war, no poverty, no under-ripe avocadoes. However, Tom isn't happy, because he's lost the girl of his dreams. So, what do you do when you're heartbroken and have a time machine? You end up in an alternate reality, obviously.

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
Upcoming

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

A century before the events of "Game of Thrones," two unlikely heroes wandered Westeros… a young, naïve but courageous knight, Ser Duncan the Tall, and his diminutive squire, Egg. Set in an age when the Targaryen line still holds the Iron Throne and the memory of the last dragon has not yet passed from living memory, great destinies, powerful foes, and dangerous exploits all await these improbable and incomparable friends.