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Season 5 – 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 5 is a hilarious and informative TV show that takes us on a wild ride through some of history's most gruesome and hilarious moments. From the wacky antics of the Vikings to the political intrigue of the Tudors, this show has it all. One of the highlights of this season is the recurring sketch featuring Bob Hale, the lovable historian who breaks down complex historical events into bite-sized pieces of information. He does an excellent job of keeping the show engaging and informative, while also injecting humor into each segment. The show's musical numbers are also a standout feature, with catchy tunes and clever lyrics that make even the most boring history lesson fun. Whether it's the Viking rap battle or the Tudor boy band, these musical interludes are sure to have you tapping your toes and singing along. But perhaps the best thing about "Horrible Histories" season 5 is how it manages to educate its audience without feeling preachy or condescending. It's clear that the show's creators have a deep love and respect for history, and their passion shines through in every episode. Overall, "Horrible Histories" season 5 is a must-watch for anyone who loves history or just wants to learn something new in a fun and entertaining way. With its clever writing, hilarious sketches, and catchy musical numbers, this show is sure to have you laughing and learning at the same time. 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 May 27, 2013 Episode 1 The Saxon gods form an unlikely team of superheroes and famous astronaut Neil Armstrong reveals his new weight loss program. Later we meet Georgian London's crime-fighting genius, and Rosa Parks sings about her struggle for equality. Details Episode 2 Aired May 28, 2013 Episode 2 The captain of the Titanic gives the worst safety briefing; Mary Shelley pitches her life's story movie, and the violent Vikings show their soft sides in a song. Details Episode 3 Aired May 29, 2013 Episode 3 The boys test their horsepower to the max on Stone Age Top Gear and Charles Dickens sings about his life and books. Later the Greek philosophers host weird dinner parties on Historical Come Dine With Me. Details Episode 4 Aired May 30, 2013 Episode 4 Getting to know the Georgian philosopher Jeremy Bentham; Roman politician Crassus raps about his lifestyle; Johannes Gutenberg goes head-to-head with some monks on Historical Apprentice. Details Episode 5 Aired May 31, 2013 Episode 5 Famous monk St. Augustine struggles to introduce Christianity to Saxon England; Stuart diarist Samuel Pepys annoys smart men in Britain; a daring escape from the Tower of London; Joan of Arc's story. Details Episode 6 Aired Jun 4, 2013 Episode 6 Queen Victoria's coronation doesn't go quite as planned; Alexander the Great refuses to stop conquering things. Details Episode 7 Aired Jun 11, 2013 Episode 7 Roman emperor Caesar Augustus reveals the lazy secret of his success, TV's most excitable reporter, Bob Hale, explains the very, very complex history of WW2, we meet Georgian England's most forgetful vicar. Details Episode 8 Aired Jun 18, 2013 Episode 8 Discovering the identity of Britain's top-scoring footballer, things get ridiculous on Germany's version of the historical Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, and a Celtic farmer isn't terribly keen on plans for Hadrian's Wall. Details Episode 9 Aired Jun 25, 2013 A Seasick Chicken and Magic in the Middle Ages There's public confusion when King Charles II bans coffee shops; a seasick chicken ruins a Roman sea battle; a cave-dwelling Stone Age couple try to buy their first house. Details Episode 10 Aired Jul 2, 2013 Episode 10 A Victorian businessman goes undercover in his own factory, there's a right royal squabble over who should rule medieval England, and we meet eccentric Georgian politician Mad Jack Mytton. Details Episode 11 Aired Jul 9, 2013 Episode 11 DI Bones investigates an unusual Victorian traffic accident, Roman scientist Pliny the Elder suffers a Stupid Death in ancient Pompeii, and Prime Ministers Neville Chamberlain and Winston Churchill argue online. Details Episode 12 Aired Jul 16, 2013 Episode 12 A female dinosaur expert, Brian a handsome scientist, and TV's fastest-talking pensioner, Bob Hale. Details Episode 13 Aired Jul 23, 2013 Song Special Some of history's greatest characters serenade us with tales of their lives. Featuring the all-conquering Alexander the Great, the cash-loving Crassus, the feisty Joan of Arc, the brilliant Charles Dickens, and the very determined Rosa Parks. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 14, 2014 Ridiculous Romance King Henry VIII goes on a TV dating show, notorious femme fatale Queen Cleopatra tries to find love online, Emperor Nero stars in his own horrible romance movie, and Victoria and Albert sing about how it was love at first sight. 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
May 27, 2013