TV series
Guns Germs & Steel
2005, English, on PBS. Created by Jared Diamond.
A PBS documentary concerning Jared Diamond's theory on why there is such disparity between those who have advanced technology and those who still live primitively. He argues it is due to the acquisition of guns and steel and the changes brought about by germs.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 3
- Episode length
- 165 min
- Status
- Ended in 2005
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Latest episode
S1 E2: Conquest
Aired 11 July 2005
Seasons 1
Details
- First aired
- 11 July 2005
- Last aired
- 11 July 2005
- Network
- PBS
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Miniseries
- Rated
- NR
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Guns Germs & Steel: quick answers
Is Guns Germs & Steel worth watching?
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How many seasons of Guns Germs & Steel are there?
Guns Germs & Steel has 1 season and 3 episodes, about 165 minutes each.
Is Guns Germs & Steel finished?
Yes. Guns Germs & Steel ended in 2005, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is Guns Germs & Steel on?
Guns Germs & Steel isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
Guns Germs & Steel parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Guns Germs & Steel is rated NR. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like Guns Germs & Steel?
If you liked Guns Germs & Steel, try Nazi Megastructures, Doctor Who Confidential, The Story of Film: An Odyssey.
Who created Guns Germs & Steel?
Guns Germs & Steel was created by Jared Diamond and stars Jared Diamond, Peter Coyote.