Explained (2018)
2018 – 2021 · TV show · 3 seasons · 44 episodes · 20 min
This enlightening series from Vox digs into a wide range of topics such as the rise of cryptocurrency, why diets fail, and the wild world of K-pop.
Written byJoe Posner, Ezra Klein
Where to watch
United States
Stream
With ads
Availability: JustWatch · TMDB
In the United States, Explained is streaming on Tubi TV and Netflix. It is available in 131 countries, for example on Netflix and Tubi TV. Created by Joe Posner and Ezra Klein. Produced by Vox Entertainment, Vox Media Studios. It aired on Netflix. Rated 8.0 on IMDb from 10,445 votes.
- Streams in
- 131 countries · Netflix (131), Tubi TV (1)
- Rank in its year
- #87 · of 810 TV shows from 2018
- Rated higher than
- 92% · of the catalogue's TV shows (Documentary)
- IMDb rating
- 8.0/10 · 10,445 votes
Details
- Original language
- English
- Country of origin
- United States
- Network
- Netflix
- Created by
- Ezra Klein
- Production companies
- Vox Entertainment, Vox Media Studios
- Format
- Documentary
- Status
- Ended
Around the world
Streaming in 131 countries
United StatesTubi TV, NetflixCanadaNetflixMexicoNetflixBahamasNetflixBelizeNetflixGuatemalaNetflixCubaNetflixHondurasNetflixEl SalvadorNetflixBermudaNetflixJamaicaNetflixTurks & Caicos IslandsNetflix
All 131 countries
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Episodes
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| S1 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 7.2 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.2 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.1 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 6.9 | 6.7 | 7.6 | 7.5 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 8.2 | 7.4 |
| S2 | 7.6 | 8.0 | 8.0 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 7.1 | 8.5 | 8.0 | 7.1 | 7.4 | ||||||||||
| S3 | 7.4 | 6.8 | 6.8 | 7.7 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 7.2 | 6.7 | 6.9 | 6.3 | 6.3 | 7.8 | 6.6 | 7.2 |
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2. Royalty23 July 2021 · 20 minHow do monarchies survive when they no longer wield power? By presenting a royal fairy tale that may not reflect the reality of the past — or present.★ 6.8
3. Flags30 July 2021 · 20 minA flag can unite, divide and terrorize. Explore how a piece of cloth transformed into a powerful symbol of both love and hate, freedom and oppression.★ 6.8
4. Dogs6 August 2021 · 20 minWho's a good dog? They all are! From puppy-dog eyes to feats of heroism, see how canines evolved into humankind's best friends and sources of pure love.★ 7.7
5. The End of Oil13 August 2021 · 20 minOil led to huge advancements - and vast inequities. As the planet warms, why is it so hard to turn away from fossil fuels, and can it be done in time?★ 7.4
6. Chess20 August 2021 · 20 minFor centuries, chess has captured hearts and minds — and pawns — and it's more popular than ever. What makes this ever-changing board game so special?★ 7.8
7. Your Skin27 August 2021 · 20 minDon’t panic, but our skin plays host to trillions of bacteria, fungi, mites and other microscopic guests. Go beyond skin-deep with our largest organ.★ 7.2
8. Apologies3 September 2021 · 20 minApologizing is tough, and in this era of public mea culpas, forgiveness isn't guaranteed. What makes for a good apology, and why does it hold such power?★ 6.7
9. Hurricanes10 September 2021 · 20 minAs the planet warms, hurricanes could become even more dangerous and destructive.★ 6.9
10. Plastic Surgery17 September 2021 · 20 minThe Instagram face. A shapely posterior. Cosmetic surgery can make the latest beauty trends a reality. Explore its origins and effects, inside and out.★ 6.3
11. Dance Crazes24 September 2021 · 20 minFrom the waltz to voguing, dance crazes have connected people throughout history. But when a dance catches on, who gets the credit — and compensation?★ 6.3
12. Time1 October 2021 · 20 minTime flies… sometimes. Its passage can seem to speed up and slow down. Why do we experience time the way we do, and how do we take back some control?★ 7.8
13. Country Music8 October 2021 · 20 minDirt roads. Pickup trucks. Hip-hop? As the borders around country music shift, who decides what defines the popular genre, and who gets to be a star?★ 6.6
14. Fairy Tales15 October 2021 · 20 minFairy tales have survived thousands of years for a reason. Explore their far-flung history and how the stories speak to fundamental human concerns.★ 7.2
