History of the World in Two Hours

History of the World in Two Hours

13.7 billion years in the making

Directed by Douglas Cohen

Produced by History

2011120 min6.1 / 10

An ambitious, visually-driven documentary that traces 14 billion years of cosmic and human history through wonder and interconnection, emphasizing how the extraordinary is woven into everyday life.

Did you know that 1% of the white noise you see on old televisions is background radiation from The Big Bang? That the gold on a wedding ring comes from a star that exploded 5 billion years ago? And, that we're connected to the salt water of the first oceans through the water in our bodies? Our human story is actually 14 billion years old and the clues are all around us. This CGI-driven special will tell the history of our world in two hours, an ambitious story that will give surprising connections to our daily lives. From the formation of the earth and the emergence of life, to the advance of man and the growth of civilization, it’s a rapid-fire view of our unforgettable story.

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  • Is History of the World in Two Hours scary? No. Less frightening than 98% of films.

  • Is History of the World in Two Hours easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 88% of films.

  • Does History of the World in Two Hours end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.

  • Is History of the World in Two Hours sad? Barely. Less sad than 80% of films.

  • Is History of the World in Two Hours violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.

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