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World War II with Tom Hanks

2026 44 min Documentary · War · History

A 20-episode documentary series guided by Tom Hanks, spanning the Second World War from the invasion of Poland to the atomic age.

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About the series

What it’s about

The series covers the Second World War from Germany's attack on Poland through the nuclear era. It examines major battles, leaders such as Churchill and Roosevelt, and the war's human toll.

What hooks you

Their commentary provides expert perspective on the conflict's pivotal events and personalities.

Who it’s for

It suits viewers who want a comprehensive historical overview and value expert analysis. Those drawn to military strategy, political leadership, and the experiences of ordinary people during wartime will find this series engaging.

In collections
World War II Movies
Technical details
Countries
United States, United Kingdom
Year
2026
Genres
Documentary, War, History
Episode length
44min
Status
Off air
World premiere
May 25, 2026

Ratings

MOVIE․ONE · 154 votes
8.1 /10
IMDb
7.8850
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Creative team

All 10
Director Mark Radice
Starring
  1. 01 Tom Hanks narrator, plays himself, voice
  2. 02 Robert Citino Senior Historian / National WWII Museum, plays himself
  3. 03 Dan Carlin Podcaster / Hardcore History, plays himself
  4. 04 Geoffrey Wawro Professor / University of North Texas, plays himself
  5. 05 Alexandra Richie Professor / Collegium Civitas, plays herself
  6. 06 Doug Douds Professor / US Army War College, plays himself (credited as Colonel Douglas Douds)
  7. 07 Leah Wright-Rigueur Associate Professor / Johns Hopkins University, plays herself (credited as Leah Wright Rigueur)
  8. 08 Dan Snow Historian and Broadcaster, plays himself

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