World War II in Colour (2009)
Kernel Score: 85% · 275 ratings
Genres: Documentary, War & Politics
First aired: 2009-09-04
Seasons: 1 · 13 episodes
Where to watch World War II in Colour
- Stream: Prime Video
- Free with ads: Tubi
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
World War II In Colour is a 13-episode television documentary miniseries recounting the events of World War II narrated by Robert Powell. The show covers the Western Front, Eastern Front, and the Pacific War. It is on syndication in America on the Military Channel. This series is in full color, combining both original and colorized footage.
World War II in Colour parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that World War II in Colour is a documentary miniseries recounting WWII events using colorized historical and original footage.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Documentary footage depicts real historical war violence from World War II.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Robert Powell as Narrator
- Adolf Hitler as Self (archive footage)
- Winston Churchill as Self (archive footage)
- Franklin D. Roosevelt as Self (archive footage)
- Joseph Stalin as Self (archive footage)
- Dwight D. Eisenhower as Self (archive footage)
- Erwin Rommel as Self (archive footage)
- Chester W. Nimitz as Self (archive footage)
- Douglas MacArthur as Self (archive footage)
- Benito Mussolini as Self (archive footage)
World War II in Colour FAQ
Is World War II in Colour good?
World War II in Colour has an 85% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 275 audience ratings.
Where can I watch World War II in Colour?
In the US you can stream World War II in Colour on Prime Video and watch it free with ads on Tubi.
Is World War II in Colour OK for kids?
World War II in Colour is rated TV-PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that World War II in Colour is a documentary miniseries recounting WWII events using colorized historical and original footage.
What shows are like World War II in Colour?
If you liked World War II in Colour, try Greatest Events of World War II in Colour, The World at War, Das Boot and Foyle's War.