The Secret War (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Series · ★ 7
Released in 1977, The Secret War is a documentary and war & politics series.
What it’s about. The Secret War was a six–part television series produced by the BBC in conjunction with the Imperial War Museum documenting various technical developments during the Second World War. It was aired during 1977 and presented by William Woollard. The programme opening music was an excerpt from Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition. The closing music was by the BBC Radiophonic Workshop. The 'seventh' episode often included with video versions of the series was not part of the original series but produced separately.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Secret War has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Secret War page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Secret War tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Secret War (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Secret War change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Secret War worth watching?
- The Secret War holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and war & politics. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Secret War released?
- The Secret War was released in 1977.