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Landmark documentary-maker Philomena Cunk traces the history of Britain and the world, from the Big Bang to Brexit. Comedy from Charlie Brooker, starring Diane Morgan.
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Earth: 1. In the Beginnings
Philomena Cunk’s epic journey through human civilisation begins as she discovers our earliest achievements (the wheel and so on).
Earth: 2. Faith/Off
Cunk continues her journey through, around and across civilisation, taking an unproblematic look at the births of Christianity and Islam.
Earth: 3. The Renaissance Will Not Be Televised
In this possibly award-winning documentary, Philomena Cunk explores the Renaissance and revolutions, including but not limited to the American one.
Earth: 4. Rise of the Machines
Cunk looks at how science and industry ushered in an age of convenience but also threatened all life on earth.
Earth: 5. War(s) of the World(s)?
Philomena Cunk concludes her profound and accurate history of humanity, leading up to the present day. She meets top experts to examine the Cold War, the space race, globalisation and social media.
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