‎A History of Britain - Apple TV

EPISODE 1

Beginnings

Renowned historian Simon Schama begins his history of Britain with a visit to the miraculously preserved Stone Age cottages of Skara Brae in Orkney, Scotland. He then investigates the world of Anglo-Saxon England, newly converted to Christianity and plagued by Vikings. He describes how a nation was conceived by war, trade, migrations of people, religion and an infatuation with Rome.
EPISODE 2

Conquest

The events leading up to the Battle of Hastings, a pivotal moment in Britain's history.
EPISODE 3

Dynasty

Murder and betrayal dog the legacy of Henry II but he also built a mighty empire.
EPISODE 4

Nations

Edward I spent his life trying to impose English rule but instead inspired independence.
EPISODE 5

King Death

The Black Death killed half of Britain's population and led to anarchy and unrest.
EPISODE 6

Burning Convictions

Henry VIII's actions led to religious upheaval that would claim the lives of thousands.

A History of Britain

Union with David Olusoga
Secrets of Britain's Great Cathedrals
The Stuarts
Chivalry and Betrayal: The Hundred Years War
Empire with David Olusoga
Civil War
England: From the Fall of Rome to the Norman Conquest
Plantagenets
Henry VIII: Man, Monarch, Monster

Simon Schama

Host
Clare Beavan

Director
Martina Hall

Director
Ian Bremner

Director
Liz Hartford

Director
Jamie Muir

Director
Liz Hartford

Producer
Martin Davidson

Producer
Simon Schama

Writer