World War II begins as Germany invades Poland, igniting a conflict that reshapes the globe. The narrative follows key turning points—from the fall of France to the storming of Normandy—while spotlighting wartime leaders like Churchill and Roosevelt. Alongside epic battles, the story confronts the immense human toll of total war, culminating in the dawn of the atomic age and its haunting legacy.
Show
World War II with Tom Hanks
Episode
S01E05
Air Date
Jun 09, 2026