The History of the World in 2 Hours (History of the World in Two Hours) 12 years old

13.7 billion years in the making

The History of the World in 2 Hours

Did you know that 1% of the white noise you see on old televisions is background radiation from The Big Bang? That the gold on a wedding ring comes from a star that exploded 5 billion years ago? And, that we're connected to the salt water of the first oceans through the water in our bodies? Our human story is actually 14 billion years old and the clues are all around us. This CGI-driven special will tell the history of our world in two hours, an ambitious story that will give surprising connections to our daily lives. From the formation of the earth and the emergence of life, to the advance of man and the growth of civilization, it’s a rapid-fire view of our unforgettable story.

Credits

The History of the World in 2 Hours Cast

Name Character
Corey Burton He was 56, now 68 years old as Himself - Narrator (voice)
Elise Cantu as Sumerian Woman
Robert R. Cargill as Himself

The History of the World in 2 Hours Crew

Name Department
Douglas Cohen as Director. Directing
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The History of the World in 2 Hours (12 years)

13.7 billion years in the making

  • Release day: Thursday, October 06, 2011
  • Runtime: 120 minutes