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Season 1 – History of Swear Words

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Nicolas Cage explores the history, usage and cultural impact of the most notorious swear words in the English language.
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History of Swear Words — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Brevity may be the soul of wit, but digging a little deeper could only help History of Swear Words - a show that almost lives up to its name and host, but falls a little f-king short.

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Craig Mathieson The Age (Australia) 01/21/2021
It's informal, but the guest comedians add a bracing edge and this show is at its best when the social power of swear words -- especially when they're appropriated and redefined by minorities -- is charted. Go to Full Review Karen Han Slate 01/14/2021
For all its brevity, [It] does a more than serviceable job probing the origins of expletives we too often take for granted, and if it pushes you to fill up your browser history with curse words after it's done. Go to Full Review Lorraine Ali Los Angeles Times 01/07/2021
Sadly, it adds up to very little. After all, studies have shown that we feel better when we swear - not when Nic Cage does it for us. Go to Full Review Charles Hartford But Why Tho? A Geek Community 01/23/2023
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History of Swear Words is the perfect blend of humor and learning. The information doled out by experts is oftentimes genuinely fascinating. Go to Full Review Victoria Luxford City AM 02/28/2022
2/5
The first two shows offer a giddy thrill, but by the time you reach episode fours dick discussion youve seen everything the series has to offer. Those who get to the tame final episode (covering damn) will see a premise that has been milked dry. Go to Full Review Khadjiah Johnson Black Nerd Problems 05/25/2021
Netflix's History of Swear Words, tackles one of my favorite subjects in a fun filled documentary series. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Krishna K @RT89361548 11/24/2023 We do not need more justifications to use bad words, looks like some people has not fully grasped the importance of expressing themselves in a positive way, Nicolas cage was cool (like, a while ago), but judging from this video it seems like that dude has some serious issues See more Martin B @RT44235356 06/14/2023 I like my cuss words as well as anyone else. Sparingly, as exclamation points and/or unplanned to vent anger. Analyzing them, seeing people express how they use them, how they feel about them and what they mean to them is a new low in creative hubris. Leave it to Nick Cage who can take any of the entertaining yet shallow conveyor belt movies he clicks off and analyze it to death to run point on this complete waste of time. See more Ruhaan A @RT81776423 08/29/2022 i watched the first episode. it was pretty bad, nothing of substance just grown people laughing over the word "fuck" See more 08/13/2022 LOL, the funniest 6 episodes of the f-word, s-word, a-word, d-word, h-word, etc.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Starring host Nicholas Cage!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more ahmad m @ahmadmelhem 04/26/2022 He's Nicolas Cage, have a great fucking night. See more 04/13/2022 Pretty great. I learned a lot! See more Read all reviews
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Nicolas Cage

Host

Bellamie Blackstone

Executive Producer

Mike Farah

Executive Producer

Joe Farrell

Executive Producer

Beth Belew

Executive Producer

Brien Meagher

Executive Producer

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jan 5, 2021 F... The word "f..." is the most adaptable swear word of the English language and can refer to sex, rage, confusion, excitement, and a whole lot more. Details Episode 2 Aired Jan 5, 2021 Sh... The word "sh..." has medieval roots as a term for excrement but has evolved over time into something much more versatile -- and sometimes even positive. Details Episode 3 Aired Jan 5, 2021 B... Though it literally means female dog, some women have reclaimed the word "b..." as a term of strength and solidarity in recent years. Details Episode 4 Aired Jan 5, 2021 D... How the unassuming nickname for "Richard" became one of the most popular swear words. Details Episode 5 Aired Jan 5, 2021 P... From it's feline origins to its modern slang uses describing genitalia or insulting manhood, the word "p..." has stood the test of time. Details Episode 6 Aired Jan 5, 2021 Damn Though quite mild when compared with its profane brethren, "damn" has maintained its meaning from biblical times and can still pack a punch today. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Bellamie Blackstone, Mike Farah, Joe Farrell, Beth Belew, Brien Meagher, Rhett Bachner
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Documentary, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jan 5, 2021
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