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Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity (2011–2011) on BBC Four

The answer: Concluded October 20, 2011.
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Network / streamer
BBC Four
Premiered
October 6, 2011
Ended
October 20, 2011
Runtime
~60 min per episode
1season
3episodes

About Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity

The show ended on October 20, 2011, on BBC Four. It aired its final episode after completing its first season, which ran from October 6 to October 20, 2011.

Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity was a documentary series that explored the history and significance of electricity. Hosted by Professor Jim Al-Khalili, the series examined how humanity's understanding and mastery of electricity transformed the modern world, from early experiments to contemporary technological advancements. It highlighted the contributions of pioneering scientists and inventors who harnessed electricity to light cities, enable communication, and foster industrial progress.

Jim Al-Khalili starred as the presenter in this series, which had a runtime of 60 minutes per episode. With only three episodes, it provided an in-depth look at the development of electricity and its impact on society.

Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity episode schedule

3 aired

Aired · 3

DateEp.Title
October 20, 2011 S1·E3 Revelations and Revolutions
October 13, 2011 S1·E2 The Age of Invention
October 6, 2011 S1·E1 Spark

Shock and Awe: The Story of Electricity cast