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Episode 2
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Mockumentary series from Charlie Brooker. In this second episode, Philomena's odyssey takes her from King Henry VIII to Lord Horatio Nelson.
In this insightful mockumentary series from Charlie Brooker, Philomena Cunk takes us on a journey right up Britain's history, to discover who we really are, how we got here and why.
Along the way Philomena travels the length and breadth of the country enlisting the help of a variety of experts. In this second episode, Philomena's odyssey takes her from King Henry VIII to Lord Horatio Nelson. Starring Diane Morgan.
Last on
Fri 31 Mar 202322:00
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Life on board Sir Francis Drake's ship
Duration: 00:56
Music Played
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Dexys Midnight Runners
Because Of You
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Philomena Cunk | Diane Morgan |
| Executive Producer | Charlie Brooker |
| Executive Producer | Annabel Jones |
| Series Producer | Alison Marlow |
| Writer | Ben Caudell |
| Writer | Jason Hazeley |
| Writer | Joel Morris |
| Director | Lorry Powles |
| Producer | Matt Hulme |
| Production Company | House of Tomorrow Ltd |
Broadcasts
- Tue 10 Apr 201822:00BBC Two except Northern Ireland
- Tue 10 Apr 201823:10BBC Two Northern Ireland
- Mon 25 Feb 201922:00BBC Two except Northern Ireland
- Thu 28 Feb 201923:45BBC Two Northern Ireland & Northern Ireland HD only
- Tue 13 Jul 202122:00BBC Two except Scotland & Wales
- Fri 31 Mar 202322:00BBC Two except Scotland


