Unveiling a fresh trailer for “World on Fire,” the war drama masterminded by Peter Bowker, renowned for his work on “The A Word.” The series is set to make its debut on PBS on Sunday, October 15. Offering a unique lens on World War II, the show delves into the lives of ordinary individuals entangled in the conflict from various perspectives. This upcoming season, encompassing seven episodes, will navigate the war’s inception, starting with the German invasion of Poland in September 1939 and culminating in the pivotal Battle of Britain.
The cast boasts esteemed talents such as Lesley Manville, Jonah Hauer-King, Ahad Raza Mir, Mark Bonnar, and Gregg Sulkin. In 2019, PBS partnered with the BBC for the drama’s second season, starring Helen Hunt as a war correspondent. While Season 2 has debuted in the U.K., audiences have recognized the absence of Hunt, Sean Bean, Arthur Darvill, and Brian J. Smith, attributed to scheduling complexities and evolving plotlines. The production of the second season encountered pandemic-related challenges. Series creator Peter Bowker has provided insights into the forthcoming season, alluding to character dynamics and narrative developments amid historical contexts. “World On Fire” came to fruition under the guidance of Mammoth Screen, steered by Creative Director Rebecca Keane, and boasts an executive production team including Bowker, Damien Timmer, Helen Ziegler, Lucy Richer, and Rebecca Eaton. The show is skillfully directed by a team led by Adam Smith, Thomas Napper, Chanya Button, and Andy Wilson.
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About World On Fire Season 2 TV Show
"World on Fire" offers a gripping perspective on World War II through the lives of ordinary individuals from different sides of the conflict. This war drama, set to debut on PBS, follows a seven-episode journey spanning the war's first year, from the German invasion of Poland in 1939 to the Battle of Britain. The series delves into the struggles, sacrifices, and experiences of characters like Kasia, Lois, and Nancy as they navigate the tumultuous wartime landscape. With Lesley Manville, Jonah Hauer-King, Ahad Raza Mir, Mark Bonnar, and Gregg Sulkin in the cast, "World on Fire" presents an intimate look at the human stories intertwined with history's grand narrative.
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