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The Great War: The People's Story

6.620141 seasonTV SeriesDocumentaryDrama

Through original diaries, letters, and memoirs, this unforgettable documentary tells how the lives of regular British men and women were transformed by the Great War.

DirectorPaul Copeland
ProducersIzzy Charman·Ollie Tait

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 1 other country

The Great War: The People's Story isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Episode 1
Aug 10, 2014 5.0
E2
Episode 2
Aug 17, 2014 5.0
E3
Episode 3
Aug 24, 2014 5.0
E4
Episode 4
Aug 31, 2014 5.0

Cast · Directed by Paul Copeland

OCOlivia Colman
Olivia Colman
Narrator
GAGiles Alderson
Giles Alderson
Arthur Burke
VMVerity Marshall
Verity Marshall
Ms. Harrold

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The Great War: The People's Story — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Great War: The People's Story?

The Great War: The People's Story isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Great War: The People's Story on Netflix?

No, The Great War: The People's Story is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is The Great War: The People's Story on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Great War: The People's Story isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Great War: The People's Story for free?

The Great War: The People's Story isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

How many seasons are in The Great War: The People's Story?

The Great War: The People's Story has 1 season in total (4 episodes). The series concluded in 2014.

Are all episodes of The Great War: The People's Story out yet?

Yes — all 4 episodes across 1 season of The Great War: The People's Story are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The Great War: The People's Story?

No — The Great War: The People's Story ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.