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Civilisations

6.620181 seasonNRTV SeriesDocumentary

The story of art from the dawn of human history to the present day—for the first time on a global scale. Inspired by Civilisation, Kenneth Clark’s acclaimed landmark 1969 series about Western art, this series broadens the canvas to reveal…

ProducersDenys Blakeway·Jonty Claypole

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Sky GoSky GoBBC iPlayerBBC iPlayer
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Second Moment of Creation
Apr 17, 2018 5.0
E2
How Do We Look?
Apr 24, 2018 4.2
E3
God and Art
May 1, 2018 3.0
E4
Encounters
May 8, 2018 3.4
E5
Renaissances
May 15, 2018 3.4
E6
Paradise on Earth
Jun 12, 2018 2.5
E7
Color and Light
Jun 19, 2018 2.5
E8
The Cult of Progress
Jun 26, 2018 2.5
E9
What is Art Good For?
Jul 3, 2018 2.8

Cast

LSLiev Schreiber
Liev Schreiber
Narrator
SSSimon Schama
Simon Schama
self
JEJamal J. Elias
Jamal J. Elias
self

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Civilisations — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Civilisations?

Civilisations is streaming on Sky Go and BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Civilisations on Netflix?

No, Civilisations is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Sky Go and BBC iPlayer.

Is Civilisations on Amazon Prime Video?

Civilisations 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 Civilisations for free?

Civilisations is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in Civilisations?

Civilisations has 1 season in total (9 episodes). The series concluded in 2018.

Are all episodes of Civilisations out yet?

Yes — all 9 episodes across 1 season of Civilisations are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Civilisations?

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