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Big History

7.820131 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

Explores many facets of epic moments in history from the past 13.7 billion years, from a Big History perspective.

DirectorGabriel Rotello

Where to watch

Amazon Prime VideoAmazon Prime VideoHISTORY Vault Apple TV ChannelHISTORY Vault Apple TV ChannelHISTORY Vault Amazon ChannelHISTORY Vault Amazon ChannelAmazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Prime Video with AdsThe Great Courses Amazon ChannelThe Great Courses Amazon Channel
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Seasons & Episodes

E1
The Superpower of Salt
Nov 2, 2013
E2
Horse Power Revolution
Nov 2, 2013
E3
Gold Fever
Nov 9, 2013
E4
Below Zero
Nov 9, 2013
E5
Megastructures
Nov 16, 2013
E6
Defeating Gravity
Nov 16, 2013
E7
Brain Boost
Nov 23, 2013
E8
World of Weapons
Nov 23, 2013
E9
Mountain Machines
Nov 30, 2013
E10
Pocket Time Machine
Nov 30, 2013
E11
Decoded
Dec 7, 2013
E12
Deadly Meteors
Dec 7, 2013
E13
The Sun
Dec 14, 2013
E14
Rise of the Carnivores
Dec 14, 2013
E15
H₂O
Dec 21, 2013
E16
Silver Supernova
Dec 21, 2013
E17
The Big History of Everything
Dec 28, 2013

Cast · Directed by Gabriel Rotello

Bryan Cranston
Bryan Cranston
Narrator

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Big History — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Big History?

Big History is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, HISTORY Vault and The Great Courses in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Big History on Netflix?

No, Big History is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and HISTORY Vault.

Is Big History on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Big History is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of August 2026.

Where can I watch Big History for free?

Big History is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in United States.

How many seasons are in Big History?

Big History has 1 season in total (17 episodes). The series concluded in 2013.

Are all episodes of Big History out yet?

Yes — all 17 episodes across 1 season of Big History are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Big History?

No — Big History ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.