The War of the Worlds

1
0h 55m
2019
6.7 /10 (294)

They're coming.

Overview

In Edwardian England, George and his partner Amy attempt to defy society and start a life together as they face the escalating terror of an alien invasion, fighting for their lives against an enemy beyond their comprehension.

Country : GB
Languages : en
Last Air Date:2019-12-01
Created by : Peter Harness

Seasons

Miniseries
2019-11-16

Episodes

Episode: 1Episode 1
S01
E01
2019-11-17
Episode: 2Episode 2
S01
E02
2019-11-24
Episode: 3Episode 3
S01
E03
2019-12-01

Series Cast

Eleanor Tomlinson

Amy

Rafe Spall

George

Robert Carlyle

Ogilvy

Rupert Graves

Frederick

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