World in Action(1963)
World in Action Synopsis
World in Action was Granada Television’s flagship ITV current affairs series, running from 7 Jan 1963 to 7 Dec 1998, and built a reputation for film-led investigative reporting and a forceful editorial stance. Its journalism produced major public and political repercussions—including investigations associated with miscarriages of justice such as the Birmingham Six—and it also served as a platform for landmark documentary projects, including the first broadcast of “Seven Up!” as part of the strand in 1964.
World in Action (1963) is a news and documentary series that premiered on January 1, 1963, spanning 35 seasons and 1294 episodes. Viewers rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- First aired:
- 1963-01-01
- Last aired:
- 1998-12-07
World in Action Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.0/10 from 2 ratings.
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World in Action – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I stream World in Action?
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World in Action (1963) is available to stream on ITVX Premium. Availability comes from JustWatch data and varies by country.
How many seasons of World in Action are there?
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World in Action has 35 seasons and 1294 episodes in total, starting from its premiere on January 1, 1963.
Is World in Action still running?
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No. World in Action is marked as ended, with the final episode airing on December 7, 1998.
Is World in Action any good?
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World in Action (1963) is rated 7.0 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and suits viewers who like news and documentary series. Reviews from viewers are collected further down this page.