

Horrible Histories is a family TV series first aired in 2009. The show has gained attention for its storyline, performances, and production quality. Viewers can explore detailed information including cast, ratings, plot summary, and similar recommendations on CinemaToday.
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.
The cast of Horrible Histories features talented actors who bring the story to life with memorable performances.
Horrible Histories consists of multiple seasons with engaging episodes that expand the storyline and character development.

2009 | 13 Episodes
All 13 episodes of the BBC series! History with the nasty bits left in! Based on the bestselling series of books for kids (and for adults, but they just won't admit it), Horrible Histories is an anarchic, surprising and unconventional take on history's most gruesome and funny moments. Foul facts, rotten rulers, beastly battles and evil inventions feature in horribly hilarious sketches, songs, cartoons and quizzes - all linked by the show's host, a talking rat! Liberally splattered with guts, blood and poo, Horrible Histories romps through the ages with fascinating facts from the Savage Stone Age, Awful Egyptians, Rotten Romans and Vicious Vikings, taking in the Measly Middle Ages, Terrible Tudors, Gorgeous Georgians and Vile Victorians, right up to the Woeful Second World War.

2010 | 12 Episodes

2011 | 13 Episodes

2012 | 13 Episodes

2013 | 13 Episodes

2015 | 15 Episodes

2017 | 15 Episodes

2019 | 15 Episodes

2021 | 15 Episodes
Historical sketch show, based on the successful books by Terry Deary.
2023 | 15 Episodes
2025 | 15 Episodes
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Horrible Histories has received positive audience ratings, reflecting its popularity and viewer engagement worldwide.
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