Explained (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Series · ★ 7.5
Released in 2018, Explained is a documentary series.
What it’s about. This documentary series, made in partnership with Vox, explain some of the world's current trends, from politics, to science to pop culture.
Who’s in it. Explained stars Joss Fong as Narrator (voice), Maria Bello as Narrator (voice), Christian Slater as Narrator (voice) and Estelle Caswell as Narrator (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Explained has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Explained page.
If you liked it. Fans of Explained tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Explained (2018)?
- In US, Explained is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Explained worth watching?
- Explained holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Explained?
- Explained stars Joss Fong, Maria Bello, Christian Slater, Estelle Caswell and LeVar Burton.
- When was Explained released?
- Explained was released in 2018.