Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation

Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation (1999)

EndedDocumentary showAdult

A serious, non-titillating history of pornography, from the earliest days of erotic art right up to the present day's multimedia.

Network
Scheduleevery Thursday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Pornotopia: DigitalNov 18, 1999
S01E05Sex Lives and Videotape: VideoNov 11, 1999
S01E04Twentieth Century Foxy: FilmNov 4, 1999
S01E03The Mechanical Eye: The PhotographOct 28, 1999
S01E02The Sacred and Profane: The Printing PressOct 21, 1999
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation premiere?

Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation premiered on September 22, 1999.

Who was the narrator for Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation?

The narrator for Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation was Peter Coyote.

Who directed Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation?

Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation was directed by Chris Rodley.

What was the focus of Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation?

Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation focused on the history and evolution of pornography throughout the centuries.

How many episodes were there in Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation?

There were four episodes in Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation.

What was the runtime of each episode of Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation?

Each episode of Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation lasted approximately 60 minutes.

Who wrote the series, Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation?

The series Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation was written by Michael Bradsell and Chris Rodley.

What was the production company behind Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation?

The production company behind Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation was Channel 4 Television Corporation.

What countries were involved in the production of Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation?

Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation was a joint production between the United Kingdom, France, and Germany.

Was Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation a controversial show?

Yes, Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation was a controversial show due to its explicit subject matter.

What historical periods did Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation cover?

Pornography: The Secret History of Civilisation covered the history of pornography from ancient times to modern day.

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