The Real History of Science Fiction
The series heads to the very frontiers of space and science to produce the definitive television history of science fiction, told through its impact on cinema, television and literature, with the help of filmmakers, writers, actors, and graphic artists. Each episode will explore one of the enduring themes of science fiction: time travel; the exploration of space; robots and artificial intelligence; and aliens.
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Where is The Real History of Science Fiction streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
About The Real History of Science Fiction
The Real History of Science Fiction is a 2014 English-language documentary series. The cast is led by Dominic Sandbrook, Mark Gatiss. It spans 1 season and 4 episodes and has concluded. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
The Real History of Science Fiction was produced by BBC Bristol Productions and BBC America and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was first aired on April 19, 2014.
- Director
- Robert Murphy
- First aired
- April 19, 2014
- Last aired
- August 16, 2014
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 1 (4 episodes)
- Network
- BBC America
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Production
- BBC Bristol Productions, BBC America
The Real History of Science Fiction cast & crew
The cast features Dominic Sandbrook as Himself - Presenter and Mark Gatiss as Himself - Narrator (voice).
Behind the camera, it was produced by John Das and Ben Southwell.
Is The Real History of Science Fiction worth watching?
With 1 season and 4 episodes, it's a quick, bingeable run.
If you enjoy documentary, The Real History of Science Fiction is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Real History of Science Fiction
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Cast of The Real History of Science Fiction
Dominic Sandbrook
Himself - Presenter
Mark Gatiss
Himself - Narrator (voice)
The Real History of Science Fiction — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Real History of Science Fiction in United States?
The Real History of Science Fiction is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is The Real History of Science Fiction in?
The Real History of Science Fiction is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of The Real History of Science Fiction are there?
The Real History of Science Fiction has 1 season with 4 episodes in total.
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