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The History of the World Backwards: all seasons, episodes and where it airs in the UK
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The History of the World Backwards is a UK drama and comedy series on BBC Four, which ran from 2007, with 1 season and 6 episodes.
The History of the World Backwards has ended; its final episode aired on Tuesday, December 4, 2007.
The History of the World Backwards seasons (1 season, 6 episodes)
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | October 30, 2007 | December 4, 2007 |
Original UK air dates on BBC Four.
Common questions
How many seasons of The History of the World Backwards are there?
The History of the World Backwards has 1 season and 6 episodes, first airing on Tuesday, October 30, 2007.
Has The History of the World Backwards ended?
The History of the World Backwards has ended; its final episode aired on Tuesday, December 4, 2007.
What channel is The History of the World Backwards on in the UK?
The History of the World Backwards aired on BBC Four. Past episodes are often available on the broadcaster's own catch-up app.
Who stars in The History of the World Backwards?
The main cast includes Rob Newman.
Source: TVmaze (CC BY-SA), retrieved October 7, 2026.