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Great British Ships (2018)

TV Series ★ 5.5 45 min

Documentary

Visiting the ships as they stand today, Rob Bell will reveal how and why these monumental vessels were originally built. He’ll uncover a murder on board on the Cutty Sark, reveal the mystery of why the Mary Rose sank and discover how HMS Belfast helped turn the tide on D-Day. From Nelson on board HMS Victory to Sir Francis Drake on the Golden Hind, Rob will reveal how daring, genius and dazzling invention led to Britain becoming the world’s greatest sea power.

Edward McGown Director

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Quick facts

Released
September 20, 2018
Runtime
45 min
IMDb
tt9553144
Language
Studio
Windfall Films

Cast

Rob Bell Rob Bell Narrator John Harrison Self-Veteran Andrew Baines Self Helen Doe Self-Maritime Historian Dave Cheer Self-Ropemaker Andy Curran Self-Conservation Manager Jane Templeton Self-Maritime enginneer Phil Magrath Self-Curator Steve Bacon Self-Royal Marines Alex Hildred Self Joanne Paul Self

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Frequently asked questions

What is Great British Ships about?
Visiting the ships as they stand today, Rob Bell will reveal how and why these monumental vessels were originally built. He’ll uncover a murder on board on the Cutty Sark, reveal the mystery of why the Mary Rose sank and discover how HMS Belfast helped turn the tide on D-Day. From Nelson on board HMS Victory to Sir Francis Drake on the Golden Hind, Rob will reveal how daring, genius and dazzling invention led to Britain becoming the world’s greatest sea power.
Who created Great British Ships?
Great British Ships was created by Edward McGown.
Who stars in Great British Ships?
Great British Ships stars Rob Bell, John Harrison, Andrew Baines, Helen Doe.
When was Great British Ships released?
Great British Ships is a 2018 documentary series.
Where can I watch Great British Ships?
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