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The History Man

4.119811 seasonTV SeriesDrama

The History Man is a four-part 1981 British television drama miniseries written by Christopher Hampton, based on Malcolm Bradbury's 1975 novel of the same title. Ardently left-wing, or so it seems, Howard Kirk subtly extends his power over students and colleagues alike at a redbrick university.

ProducerMichael Wearing

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
Part 1: October 2nd 1972
Jan 4, 1981
E2
Part 2: October 3rd 1972 (A.M.)
Jan 11, 1981
E3
Part 3: October 3rd 1972 (P.M.)
Jan 18, 1981
E4
Part 4: Gross Moral Turpitude
Jan 25, 1981

Cast

ASAntony Sher
Antony Sher
Professor Howard Kirk
GJGeraldine James
Geraldine James
Barbara Kirk
JB
Jonathan Bruton
Martin Kirk
CE
Charlotte Enderby
Celia Kirk
IBIsla Blair
Isla Blair
Flora Beniform
LD
Laura Davenport
Annie Callendar
PBPaul Brooke
Paul Brooke
Henry Beamish
VQVeronica Quilligan
Veronica Quilligan
Felicity Phee
MSMaggie Steed
Maggie Steed
Myra Beamish
ZMZienia Merton
Zienia Merton
Miss Ho
JSJulia Swift
Julia Swift
Becky Pott
LP
Lloyd Peters
Michael Bernard

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The History Man — streaming FAQ

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No, The History Man is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

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The History Man isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

How many seasons are in The History Man?

The History Man has 1 season in total (4 episodes). The series concluded in 1981.

Are all episodes of The History Man out yet?

Yes — all 4 episodes across 1 season of The History Man are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The History Man?

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

Is The History Man based on a book?

Yes — The History Man is based on a book or novel.