The Real History of Science Fiction

The Real History of Science Fiction (2014)

EndedDocumentary showScience-Fiction, History

From Star Wars to 2001: A Space Odyssey, and from Jurassic Park to Doctor Who, each program is packed with contributors behind these creations and traces the developments of Robots, Space, Invasion and Time. Narrated by Mark Gatiss, Doctor Who writer, actor, and co-creator of the BBC's Sherlock, the series determines why science fiction is not merely a genre... for its audience it's a portal to a multi-verse – one that is all too easy to get lost in.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 22:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E04TimeAug 16, 2014
S01E03InvasionMay 3, 2014
S01E02SpaceApr 26, 2014
S01E01RobotsApr 19, 2014
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Real History of Science Fiction' premiere?

'The Real History of Science Fiction' premiered on April 19, 2014.

Who narrated the TV show 'The Real History of Science Fiction'?

Mark Gatiss narrated 'The Real History of Science Fiction.'

How many episodes are there in 'The Real History of Science Fiction'?

There are four episodes in 'The Real History of Science Fiction.'

Who were the creators of 'The Real History of Science Fiction'?

'The Real History of Science Fiction' was created by Bill Jones, Ben Timlett, and Kim Thomas.

What are the topics covered in the first episode of 'The Real History of Science Fiction'?

The first episode of 'The Real History of Science Fiction' covers aliens and time travel.

Who were the guests featured on the second episode of 'The Real History of Science Fiction'?

The second episode of 'The Real History of Science Fiction' featured guests such as Neil Gaiman, David Tennant, and Christopher Eccleston.

Which TV show's influence on science fiction was discussed in the third episode of 'The Real History of Science Fiction'?

The third episode of 'The Real History of Science Fiction' discussed the influence of 'Star Trek' on science fiction.

What are the topics covered in the fourth episode of 'The Real History of Science Fiction'?

The fourth episode of 'The Real History of Science Fiction' covers machines, artificial intelligence, and robots.

Who directed 'The Real History of Science Fiction'?

'The Real History of Science Fiction' was directed by Julien Temple.

What is the IMDb rating for 'The Real History of Science Fiction'?

The IMDb rating for 'The Real History of Science Fiction' is 7.7/10.

Who is the host of 'The Real History of Science Fiction'?

There is no host of 'The Real History of Science Fiction.'

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