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The China Century

20221 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

The forces that have powered China's rise are rarely explored, while the lives of Chinese people barely get a mention. Beyond the headlines what do we really know about China and its 1.4 billion citizens?

ProducersAlan Erson·Michael Tear

Where to watch

Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with AdsKnowledge NetworkKnowledge Network
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Chinese Dreams
Jan 3, 2022
E2
Economic Miracle
Jan 10, 2022
E3
Unify The Motherland
Jan 17, 2022
E4
City of Protest
Jan 24, 2022
E5
Cold War Two
Jan 31, 2022

Cast

HMHamish Macdonald
Hamish Macdonald
Self - Presenter

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The China Century — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The China Century?

The China Century is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Knowledge Network in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The China Century on Netflix?

No, The China Century is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Knowledge Network.

Is The China Century on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The China Century is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The China Century for free?

The China Century is available to stream free (with ads) on Knowledge Network in Canada.

How many seasons are in The China Century?

The China Century has 1 season in total (5 episodes). The series concluded in 2022.

Are all episodes of The China Century out yet?

Yes — all 5 episodes across 1 season of The China Century are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The China Century?

No — The China Century ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.