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Origins: The Journey of Humankind

6.520171 seasonTV-14TV SeriesDocumentary

Hosted by Jason Silva, Origins: The Journey of Humankind rewinds all the way back to the beginning and traces the innovations that made us modern.

ProducerJohn D. Boswell

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Disney PlusDisney Plus
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Spark of Civilization
Mar 6, 2017 7.0
E2
Cheating Death
Mar 13, 2017
E3
Power of Money
Mar 20, 2017
E4
The Writing on the Wall
Mar 27, 2017
E5
Progress of War
Apr 3, 2017
E6
Building the Future
Apr 9, 2017 7.0
E7
Into the Unknown
Apr 10, 2017 8.0
E8
The Road Ahead
Apr 17, 2017 8.0

Cast

JSJason Silva
Jason Silva
Himself - Presenter
MMMark Monroe
Mark Monroe
Narrator

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Origins: The Journey of Humankind — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Origins: The Journey of Humankind?

Origins: The Journey of Humankind is streaming on Disney Plus in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Origins: The Journey of Humankind on Netflix?

No, Origins: The Journey of Humankind is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Disney Plus.

Is Origins: The Journey of Humankind on Amazon Prime Video?

Origins: The Journey of Humankind isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Origins: The Journey of Humankind for free?

Origins: The Journey of Humankind is available on Disney Plus in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Origins: The Journey of Humankind?

Origins: The Journey of Humankind has 1 season in total (8 episodes). The series concluded in 2017.

Are all episodes of Origins: The Journey of Humankind out yet?

Yes — all 8 episodes across 1 season of Origins: The Journey of Humankind are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Origins: The Journey of Humankind?

No — Origins: The Journey of Humankind ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.