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Horrible Histories. Image shows from L to R: Gemma Whelan, Ryan Sampson, Tom Stourton
Horrible Histories

Horrible Histories

  • TV sketch show
  • CBBC / BBC One
  • 2009 - 2024
  • 139 episodes (10 series)

Hit sketch show based on surprising facts from world history, inspired by the hit children's book series. Stars Jim Howick, Simon Farnaby, Ben Willbond, Mathew Baynton, Martha Howe-Douglas and more.

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2014 Specials

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Horrible Histories - The Specials

Horrible Histories - The Specials DVD

Collection of two special episodes from the award-winning CBBC history show.

Based on the best-selling children's books the series offers an anarchic and unconventional take on some of history's most gruesome and funny moments.

In this instalment the programmes look at the celebration of Valentine's Day throughout the centuries as...

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