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The Real History of Science Fiction

7.020141 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

The series heads to the very frontiers of space and science to produce the definitive television history of science fiction, told through its impact on cinema, television and literature, with the help of filmmakers, writers, actors, and…

DirectorRobert Murphy
ProducersJohn Das·Ben Southwell

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Robots
Apr 19, 2014 7.0
E2
Space
May 17, 2014 7.5
E3
Invasion
Jun 14, 2014 7.0
E4
Time
Aug 16, 2014 6.5

Cast · Directed by Robert Murphy

DSDominic Sandbrook
Dominic Sandbrook
Himself - Presenter
MGMark Gatiss
Mark Gatiss
Himself - Narrator (voice)

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The Real History of Science Fiction — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Real History of Science Fiction?

The Real History of Science Fiction isn't on any subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Real History of Science Fiction on Netflix?

No, The Real History of Science Fiction is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is The Real History of Science Fiction on Amazon Prime Video?

The Real History of Science Fiction 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 The Real History of Science Fiction for free?

The Real History of Science Fiction isn't available free in United States; you can only rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

How many seasons are in The Real History of Science Fiction?

The Real History of Science Fiction has 1 season in total (4 episodes). The series concluded in 2014.

Are all episodes of The Real History of Science Fiction out yet?

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

Is there a Season 2 of The Real History of Science Fiction?

No — The Real History of Science Fiction ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.