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When We Go to War

8.020151 seasonTV SeriesDrama

A historical saga, it tells the story of six young men and women who, in 1914, are full of plans and dreams for the future. Cutting between life at home, Gallipoli and Egypt, this spectacular drama begins in a time of optimism and hope, on the eve of war.

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
Bea's Letter
Apr 26, 2015
E2
Manaaki's Letter
Apr 26, 2015
E3
Harry's Letter
May 3, 2015
E4
Awa's Letter
May 10, 2015
E5
Charles' Letter
May 17, 2015
E6
Cissy's Letter
May 24, 2015

Cast

ESEsther Stephens
Esther Stephens
Bea Smith
SRShavaughn Ruakere
Shavaughn Ruakere
Awa Kokiri
IDIdo Drent
Ido Drent
Charles Smith
FMFreya Milner
Freya Milner
Cissy Smith
TOTom O'Sullivan
Tom O'Sullivan
Dr William Chambers
LTLeith Towers
Leith Towers
James Smith
AGAndrew Grainger
Andrew Grainger
John Smith
SRSylvia Rands
Sylvia Rands
Hettie Smith
GWGareth Williams
Gareth Williams
Richard Smith
SHSophia Huybens
Sophia Huybens
Violet Penrose
ATAlex Tarrant
Alex Tarrant
Manaki Kokiri

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When We Go to War — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams When We Go to War?

When We Go to War is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla and The Roku Channel in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is When We Go to War on Netflix?

No, When We Go to War is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla.

Is When We Go to War on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — When We Go to War is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of August 2026.

Where can I watch When We Go to War for free?

When We Go to War is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and The Roku Channel in United States.

How many seasons are in When We Go to War?

When We Go to War has 1 season in total (6 episodes). The series concluded in 2015.

Are all episodes of When We Go to War out yet?

Yes — all 6 episodes across 1 season of When We Go to War are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of When We Go to War?

No — When We Go to War ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.