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E1The Superpower of Salt
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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by countrySeasons & Episodes
E1
E2Horse Power Revolution
E3Gold Fever
E4Below Zero
E5Megastructures
E6Defeating Gravity
E7Brain Boost
E8
World of Weapons
E9Mountain Machines
E10Pocket Time Machine
E11Decoded
E12Deadly Meteors
E13The Sun
E14Rise of the Carnivores
E15H₂O
E16Silver Supernova
E17The Big History of Everything
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Big History — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams Big History?
Big History is streaming on The Great Courses in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.
Is Big History on Netflix?
No, Big History is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on The Great Courses.
Is Big History on Amazon Prime Video?
Big History isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.
Where can I watch Big History for free?
Big History is available on The Great Courses in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.
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.
