Where to Watch The Civil War (1990)

Seasons and episodes

Watch links for each season and episode are the same services that carry The Civil War.

• 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

Released

1990-09-23

Language

English

Country

United States

Awards

Won 2 Primetime Emmys. 14 wins & 3 nominations total

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

Where to watch The Civil War?

You can watch the TV series The Civil War on hoopla, HISTORY Vault, WETA+, Thirteen, and PBS Documentaries in the United States. It is also free on KQED and WETA+. You can also rent or buy it on Prime Video and Apple TV Store.

Where can I watch The Civil War?

You can watch the TV series The Civil War on hoopla, HISTORY Vault, WETA+, Thirteen, and PBS Documentaries in the United States. It is also free on KQED and WETA+. You can also rent or buy it on Prime Video and Apple TV Store.

Where can I stream the TV series The Civil War (1990)?

The Civil War is streaming on hoopla, HISTORY Vault, WETA+, Thirteen, and PBS Documentaries in the United States.

Can I watch The Civil War for free?

Yes. The Civil War is available free on KQED and WETA+ in the United States.

Is The Civil War on hoopla?

Yes. You can watch The Civil War on hoopla in the United States.

Is The Civil War on HISTORY Vault?

Yes. You can watch The Civil War on HISTORY Vault in the United States.

Is The Civil War on WETA+?

Yes. You can watch The Civil War on WETA+ in the United States.