Fry's Planet Word

Fry's Planet Word (2011)

EndedDocumentary show

Fry's Planet Word sees Stephen Fry finding out more about linguistic achievements and how our skills for the spoken word have changed. He dissects language in many of its guises.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E05The Power and the GloryOct 23, 2011
S01E04Spreading the WordOct 16, 2011
S01E03Uses and AbusesOct 9, 2011
S01E02IdentityOct 2, 2011
S01E01BabelSep 25, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Fry's Planet Word premiere?

Fry's Planet Word premiered on September 25, 2011.

Who is the host of Fry's Planet Word?

Stephen Fry is the host of Fry's Planet Word.

How many episodes are there in Fry's Planet Word?

There are five episodes in Fry's Planet Word.

What is the TV show Fry's Planet Word about?

Fry's Planet Word is a documentary series that explores the origins and evolution of language.

In which countries was Fry's Planet Word broadcasted?

Fry's Planet Word was broadcasted in the United Kingdom and Australia.

What is the running time of each episode of Fry's Planet Word?

Each episode of Fry's Planet Word runs for approximately 60 minutes.

Where was Fry's Planet Word shot?

Fry's Planet Word was shot in various locations around the world, including the United Kingdom, India, and America.

What is the production company of Fry's Planet Word?

IWC Media is the production company of Fry's Planet Word.

What is the language used in Fry's Planet Word?

English is the language used in Fry's Planet Word.

What inspired Stephen Fry to make Fry's Planet Word?

Stephen Fry was inspired to make Fry's Planet Word because of his fascination with language since childhood.

Who narrated Fry's Planet Word?

Stephen Fry narrated Fry's Planet Word.

What kind of ratings did Fry's Planet Word receive?

No information on ratings is provided on epguides.tv.

Is Fry's Planet Word available on DVD?

Yes, Fry's Planet Word is available on DVD.

Did Fry's Planet Word win any awards?

Fry's Planet Word was nominated for a BAFTA TV Award for Best Specialist Factual Series in 2012.

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