World in Action (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Series · ★ 7
Released in 1963, World in Action is a news and documentary series.
What it’s about. World in Action was Granada Television’s flagship ITV current affairs series, running from 7 Jan 1963 to 7 Dec 1998, and built a reputation for film-led investigative reporting and a forceful editorial stance. Its journalism produced major public and political repercussions—including investigations associated with miscarriages of justice such as the Birmingham Six—and it also served as a platform for landmark documentary projects, including the first broadcast of “Seven Up!” as part of the strand in 1964.
Who’s in it. World in Action stars Keith Floyd, Tony Benn, Mick Jagger and Pierre Balmain, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, World in Action has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on ITVX Premium. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch World in Action page.
If you liked it. Fans of World in Action tend to enjoy Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Conan, Saturday Night Live and The Colbert Report.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch World in Action (1963)?
- In GB, World in Action is available to stream on ITVX Premium. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is World in Action worth watching?
- World in Action holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy news and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in World in Action?
- World in Action stars Keith Floyd, Tony Benn, Mick Jagger, Pierre Balmain and Harold Wilson.
- When was World in Action released?
- World in Action was released in 1963.