Horrible Histories with Stephen Fry

Season 1

It's history, but not as you know it. British comedian and national treasure Stephen Fry presents the best sketches from hit children's show Horrible Histories, created by the team that brought you Ghosts. As well as unexpected and hilarious deep dives into history's most notable figures, including Shakespeare, Joan of Arc and Caesar, Stephen provides his own fascinating knowledge nuggets.

Where to Watch Horrible Histories with Stephen Fry • Season 1

6 Episodes

  • Episode 1
    E1
    Episode 1King Charles II raps about his party lifestyle, Helen of Troy reveals her complicated love life, Shakespeare appears on Mastermind, and the Viking rock band paint the town red... literally.
  • Episode 2
    E2
    Episode 2A rich Georgian swaps lives with a peasant in Historical Wife Swap. Toilet paper, tarmac, and typewriters - find out what else those inventive Victorians should be thanked for. Plus the Georgian army goes to war against a bunch of rebellious schoolboys.
  • Episode 3
    E3
    Episode 3In this episode, there is good news for George IV, a WWII evacuee encounters the horrors of the countryside, Joan of Arc gets an unexpected visit, and there is a visit to Ancient Greece for the Spartan High School Musical.
  • Episode 4
    E4
    Episode 4Prank-loving teenage Emperor Elagabalus hosts a dinner party on Roman Come Dine With Me.
  • Episode 5
    E5
    Episode 5The Durham Home Guard injure themselves while learning first aid.
  • Episode 6
    E6
    Episode 6Crimewatch BC tries to solve the murder of Julius Caesar.

Cast of Season 1

  • Stephen FrySelf
  • Terry DearyWriter

 

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