The Great War(1964)
The Great War Synopsis
Extensive archive footage and sound effects, linked with contemporary classic music of the era, brings to life the vast history of World War I, concentrated by the commentaries by Michael Redgrave, and some of the finest actors of the 20th-century.
The Great War (1964) is a documentary and war & politics series that premiered on May 30, 1964, spanning 1 season and 26 episodes. It stars Michael Redgrave, Ralph Richardson, Emlyn Williams and Marius Goring. Viewers rate it 8.3 out of 10 across 16 ratings.
- First aired:
- 1964-05-30
- Last aired:
- 1964-11-22
The Great War (1964) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for The Great War before you start streaming.
The Great War Cast & Crew
Main cast
Michael Redgrave
as Narrator
Ralph Richardson
as Douglas Haig (voice)
Emlyn Williams
as Lloyd George (voice)
Marius Goring
as Various (voice)
Cyril Luckham
as Various (voice)
Sebastian Shaw
as Various (voice)
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The Great War Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.3/10 from 16 ratings.
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The Great War – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I stream The Great War?
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How many seasons of The Great War are there?
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The Great War has 1 season and 26 episodes in total, starting from its premiere on May 30, 1964.
Is The Great War still running?
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No. The Great War is marked as ended, with the final episode airing on November 22, 1964.
Who is in the cast of The Great War?
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The Great War (1964) stars Michael Redgrave, Ralph Richardson, Emlyn Williams, Marius Goring and Cyril Luckham. The full cast list with character names is available in the cast section of this page.
Is The Great War any good?
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The Great War (1964) is rated 8.3 out of 10 from 16 viewer votes, and suits viewers who like documentary and war & politics series. Reviews from viewers are collected further down this page.
Where can I watch the The Great War trailer?
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