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Simon Schama's Story of Us

7.020251 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

Art and culture define us - but in an age of change, who are we now? In divided times, Simon Schama asks whether art, music and words can be the threads that bind us together.

DirectorLuke McMahon
ProducersCharlotte Sacher·Nicolas Kent

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BBC iPlayerBBC iPlayer
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Who Are We Now?
Jan 8, 2025
E2
Whose Britain Is It Anyway?
Jan 15, 2025
E3
Our Contested Land
Jan 22, 2025

Cast · Directed by Luke McMahon

SSSimon Schama
Simon Schama
Self - Presenter
DADavid Attenborough
David Attenborough
Self - Reader

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Simon Schama's Story of Us — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Simon Schama's Story of Us?

Simon Schama's Story of Us is streaming on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Simon Schama's Story of Us on Netflix?

No, Simon Schama's Story of Us is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on BBC iPlayer.

Is Simon Schama's Story of Us on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Simon Schama's Story of Us isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on BBC iPlayer instead.

Where can I watch Simon Schama's Story of Us for free?

Simon Schama's Story of Us is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in Simon Schama's Story of Us?

Simon Schama's Story of Us has 1 season in total (3 episodes). The series concluded in 2025.

Are all episodes of Simon Schama's Story of Us out yet?

Yes — all 3 episodes across 1 season of Simon Schama's Story of Us are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Simon Schama's Story of Us?

No — Simon Schama's Story of Us ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.