Where to Watch The Civil War (1990) in the US

Seasons and episodes

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• Season 19 episodes

What it's about

This highly acclaimed mini-series traces the course of the U.S. Civil War from the abolitionist movement through all the major battles to the death of President Lincoln and the beginnings of Reconstruction. The story is mostly told in the words of the participants themselves, through their diaries and letters. Visuals are usually still photographs and illustrations of the time, and the soundtrack is likewise made up of war-era tunes played on period instruments. Several modern-day historians offer periodic comment and insight on the war's causes and events.

Cast and crew

Starring

David McCullough, Sam Waterston, Julie Harris

Details

Release date

Sep 23, 1990

Language

English

Country

United States

Awards

Won 2 Primetime Emmys. 14 wins & 3 nominations total

Where to Watch The Civil War (1990) in the US — common questions

Where to watch The Civil War in the United States?

The Civil War is available with a subscription, free with ads, or to buy in the United States. Watch the series with a subscription on HISTORY Vault, hoopla (HD), PBS Documentaries (HD), Thirteen (HD), and WETA+ (HD). Watch the series free with ads on KQED (HD). Buy available seasons on Apple TV Store and Prime Video.

Can I stream The Civil War or do I have to rent it in the United States?

Watch the series with a subscription on HISTORY Vault, hoopla (HD), PBS Documentaries (HD), Thirteen (HD), and WETA+ (HD). Buy available seasons on Apple TV Store and Prime Video.

Can I watch The Civil War for free in the United States?

Watch the series free with ads on KQED (HD).