The Great Philosophers (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Series · ★ 6
Released in 1987, The Great Philosophers is a talk series.
What it’s about. Bryan Magee traces the history of western philosophy over two millennia, discussing the ideas of the past with an expert guest or contemporary philosopher.
Who’s in it. The Great Philosophers stars Bryan Magee as Host, Miles Burnyeat, Martha C. Nussbaum and Anthony Kenny, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Great Philosophers has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Philosophers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Philosophers tend to enjoy The Grand Tour, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Top Gear and QI.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Philosophers (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Philosophers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Great Philosophers worth watching?
- The Great Philosophers holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy talk. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Great Philosophers?
- The Great Philosophers stars Bryan Magee, Miles Burnyeat, Martha C. Nussbaum, Anthony Kenny and Bernard Williams.
- When was The Great Philosophers released?
- The Great Philosophers was released in 1987.