TV series
How the Victorians Built Britain
2018–, English, on SBS & 5.
This series travels the length and breadth of Britain to find out how the Victorians built Britain. It uncovers the incredible and surprising stories behind iconic landmarks; discovers the hidden heroes behind the epic constructions; and finds out how the incredible advances made by the Victorians forged the world we live in today.
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 12
- Episode length
- Varies
- Status
- Still running
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Where to watch How the Victorians Built Britain
How the Victorians Built Britain is streaming on Britbox and BBC Select in India.
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Latest episode
S2 E8: The Culture Revolution
Aired 21 September 2020
Seasons 2
Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 1 September 2018
- Network
- SBS, 5
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Documentary
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How the Victorians Built Britain: quick answers
Is How the Victorians Built Britain worth watching?
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How many seasons of How the Victorians Built Britain are there?
How the Victorians Built Britain has 2 seasons and 12 episodes.
Is How the Victorians Built Britain finished?
How the Victorians Built Britain is still listed as returning series; no new episode date is announced yet.
Which OTT platform is How the Victorians Built Britain on?
How the Victorians Built Britain is streaming on Britbox and BBC Select in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
How the Victorians Built Britain parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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