Horrible Histories
“The history they don't teach you in school.”
Series Overview
Based on the best-selling children's books and liberally splattered with guts, blood and poo, a group of British comedians offer an anarchic and unconventional take on some of history's most gruesome and funny moments, with topics including the Stone Age, the Middle Ages, the Egyptians and the Romans, among others.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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11 Seasons • 154 Episodes
92 min per episode
2009 – Present
Premiered: Thu, Apr 16, 2009
Latest Aired Episode
Season 11, Episode 15: “Pitiful Princes and Princesses”
Marie Antoinette, Henry VIII, Bonnie Prince Charlie, and Loo Man is here to explore why being a prince or princess hasn’t always been the lovely life some might imagine.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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From Charles II to Cavewoman 2, Horrible Histories cast share their favourite characters | BAFTAOfficial
Type: Featurette • Published 2024-12-11
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Terry Deary
Susie Donkin
Richard Bradley
Department Leadership Roster
Susie Donkin
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
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What is Horrible Histories about?
Based on the best-selling children's books and liberally splattered with guts, blood and poo, a group of British comedians offer an anarchic and unconventional take on some of history's most gruesome and funny moments, with topics including the Stone Age, the Middle Ages, the Egyptians and the Romans, among others.
How many seasons does Horrible Histories have?
Horrible Histories comprises 11 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Horrible Histories?
Key cast members in Horrible Histories include Not specified.
Who created or directed Horrible Histories?
Horrible Histories was developed and directed by Terry Deary.