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The First World War

7.320031 seasonTV SeriesDocumentaryWar & Politics

This ten-part docuseries tells the comprehensive story of the First World War, featuring excerpts written by Winston Churchill, Karen Blixen, Georges Clémenceau, David Lloyd George, Siegfried Sassoon and Rudolf Hess.

DirectorsEmma Wallace·Corina Sturmer
WriterHew Strachan
ProducerJonathan Lewis

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Xive TV Documentaries Amazon ChannelXive TV Documentaries Amazon Channel
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
To Arms (1914)
Sep 20, 2003 6.0
E2
Under the Eagle (1914-1915)
Sep 27, 2003 6.0
E3
Global War (1914-1916)
Oct 4, 2003 6.0
E4
Jihad (1914-1916)
Oct 11, 2003 6.0
E5
Shackled to a Corpse (1914-1916)
Oct 18, 2003 6.0
E6
Breaking the Deadlock (1915-1917)
Oct 25, 2003 6.0
E7
Blockade (1916-1917)
Nov 1, 2003 6.0
E8
Revolution (1917)
Nov 8, 2003 6.0
E9
Germany's Last Gamble (1918)
Nov 15, 2003 6.0
E10
War Without End (1918- )
Nov 22, 2003 6.0

Cast · Directed by Emma Wallace

Ferdinand I of Bulgaria
Ferdinand I of Bulgaria
Self
Marie of Romania
Marie of Romania
Self
Hermann Göring
Hermann Göring
Self (archive footage)
Jonathan Lewis
Jonathan Lewis
Self - Narrator

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The First World War — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The First World War?

The First World War is streaming on Xive TV Documentaries in United States, and available to rent or buy on Fandango At Home. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The First World War on Netflix?

No, The First World War is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Xive TV Documentaries.

Is The First World War on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The First World War isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Xive TV Documentaries instead.

Where can I watch The First World War for free?

The First World War is available on Xive TV Documentaries in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in The First World War?

The First World War has 1 season in total (10 episodes). The series concluded in 2003.

Are all episodes of The First World War out yet?

Yes — all 10 episodes across 1 season of The First World War are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The First World War?

No — The First World War ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.