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WWI: The First Modern War

6.820141 seasonTV-14TV SeriesDocumentaryWar & Politics

When ancient war tactics became overwhelmed by powerful new weapons like tanks, air attacks, weapons of mass destruction and submarines, a pivotal game-changing moment in history occurred. History is delving into the background of each…

DirectorSusan Werbe
ProducersPaul Wooding·Steve Maher

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
Armored Beasts
Jul 26, 2014
E2
Massive Air Attacks
Jul 26, 2014
E3
Clouds of Death
Jul 26, 2014 10.0
E4
Underwater Killers
Jul 26, 2014

Cast · Directed by Susan Werbe

TBTom Bromhead
Tom Bromhead
Various
DS
David Silbey
Himself
HPHarry Pritchett
Harry Pritchett
Host

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WWI: The First Modern War — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams WWI: The First Modern War?

WWI: The First Modern War is streaming on HISTORY Vault and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is WWI: The First Modern War on Netflix?

No, WWI: The First Modern War is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on HISTORY Vault and Hoopla.

Is WWI: The First Modern War on Amazon Prime Video?

WWI: The First Modern War 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 WWI: The First Modern War for free?

WWI: The First Modern War is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in United States.

How many seasons are in WWI: The First Modern War?

WWI: The First Modern War has 1 season in total (4 episodes). The series concluded in 2014.

Are all episodes of WWI: The First Modern War out yet?

Yes — all 4 episodes across 1 season of WWI: The First Modern War are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of WWI: The First Modern War?

No — WWI: The First Modern War ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.