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Season 4 – Horrible Histories

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Based on a series of books by Terry Deary, Horrible Histories informs kids of historical events while being stuffed full of blood, battles and black humor. Each episode features sketches representing a selection of different eras and civilizations throughout history.
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Eri T @RT20108307 03/19/2023 "Horrible Histories" season 4 is a fantastic continuation of the popular British TV series that brings history to life in a fun and engaging way. The show continues to blend comedy and education, using humor to make historical events and characters more relatable to a modern audience. One of the highlights of season 4 is the continued use of catchy and hilarious musical numbers that cover a wide range of topics, from the Tudor dynasty to the Viking invasion of Britain. The show's talented cast shines in these musical segments, delivering laugh-out-loud lyrics and impressive performances. The sketches in season 4 are also a standout, with a mix of new and recurring characters making appearances. Fans of the show will be delighted to see the return of beloved characters like "Stupid Deaths" and "Historical Mastermind," while new sketches like "Literary Detective Agency" and "Saxons vs. Vikings" offer fresh perspectives on history. Another strength of "Horrible Histories" season 4 is the attention to detail in the historical accuracy of the show. Despite the humorous tone, the show does not shy away from the gruesome or uncomfortable aspects of history, providing a balanced and honest portrayal of the past. Overall, "Horrible Histories" season 4 is a must-watch for anyone interested in history or just looking for a fun and educational show to enjoy. With its winning combination of humor, music, and historical accuracy, it's easy to see why this show has become a beloved classic. See more Read all reviews
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Mathew Baynton

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Simon Farnaby

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Martha Howe-Douglas

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Laurence Rickard

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Jim Howick

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Ben Willbond

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 9, 2012 Dick Whittington pitches a movie about his life; Stone Age technology geeks queue for hours at the unveiling of the Bronze Age; German bomber pilots find a sinister use for a British tourist guidebook. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 10, 2012 Henry VIII appears on a TV show hoping to raise money from his antique abbeys; Charles Darwin sings about his theory of Natural Selection; a pirate captain aims to be Lord Sugar's next Historical Apprentice. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 11, 2012 Queen Elizabeth I goes online dating; Greek philosopher Socrates foils his own rescue from prison; Emicho of the Rhineland goes crusading with some very unusual Sat Navs to lead the way. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 12, 2012 HHTV's War Reporter Mike Peabody regrets his decision to cover the Norman Siege of Palermo; the Pilgrim Fathers rap about Jamestown in America; a German submarine captain has the worst toilet accident in history. Details Episode 5 Aired Mar 13, 2012 Bronze Age people debate building the first city while Bob Hale explains Renaissance history; Mary Seacole sings about her Crimean hotel as William Shakespeare engages in a rap battle. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 20, 2012 A confused Christopher Columbus declares he has found India; a Georgian woman reveals her very stupid death; Victoria and Albert attend the Great Exhibition; Tsar Peter III brings a very weird case to the Court of Historical Law. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 27, 2012 Emperor Napoleon plays in an unusual chess match; a Victorian inventor builds an anti-seasickness ship with a small design flaw; a snowball fight breaks out at a public execution; the British army hires a dead tramp to defeat the Germans in WW2. Details Episode 8 Aired May 4, 2012 The Saxons exchange disgusting Christmas presents; a caveman goes on a TV cookery show; discovering the bizarre causes of the First World War. Details Episode 9 Aired May 11, 2012 A Victorian inspector checks that a school is suitably cruel; HHTV news reports from the Great Plague; Thumbelina drowns in poo. Details Episode 10 Aired May 18, 2012 HHTV News reports from the battle of Thermopylae; Celt housewives find decorative uses for severed heads; we learn the revolting truth about Roman toilets. Details Episode 11 Aired May 25, 2012 Queen Victoria learns her British comforts aren't very British; a Viking warrior won't stop talking in rhyme; the contestants try to become executioners on the Axe Factor. Details Episode 12 Aired Jun 1, 2012 A Victorian Woman books a ticket on a very odd railway; a modern patient is mistreated by a Roman dentist; Alfred the Great pitches a movie about his life; a Greek geek competes on Historical Mastermind. Details Episode 13 Aired Jun 4, 2012 A lazy aristocrat invents the sandwich; the Romans host their own revolting cookery show; William Shakespeare is haunted by the ghost of King Richard III. Details Episode 14 Aired Jul 20, 2012 Sport Special All the top sporting action from the past, including Emperor Nero and Jesse Owens singing the history of the Olympics. We're at the finish line to see Pheidippides run the first ever marathon, then we count down the top Marathon Cheats of all time. Details Episode 15 Aired Apr 15, 2013 Spooky Special Horrible Histories favorite Death, of 'Stupid Deaths' fame, presents his very own show crammed full of spooky highlights; we join him at home and get a good look around as he reveals his creepiest moments. Details
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Season Info

Director
Chloë Thomas
Executive Producer
Richard Bradley, Kim Shillinglaw
Screenwriter
Terry Deary
Network
CBBC
Rating
TV-Y7
Genre
Kids & Family, History, Comedy
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Apr 9, 2012