Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World
Where to watch Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World in Canada
Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World is streaming on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. Availability checked 6 June 2026.
About Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World
Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World is a 2019 web series in the Documentary genre, starring Jim Al-Khalili and Patrick Stewart. It spans 1 season and 6 episodes, and originally aired on PBS and BBC Four. It holds an average rating of 7.8/10 from 6 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Overview
Take a mind-blowing journey through human history, told through six iconic objects that modern people take for granted, and see how science, invention and technology built on one another to change everything.
Seasons (1)
- Season 16 episodes · 2019
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World in Canada?+
In Canada, you can stream Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store.
Is Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World on Netflix?+
Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel.
How many seasons of Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World are there?+
Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World has 1 season and 6 episodes in total.
Who stars in Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World?+
Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World stars Jim Al-Khalili and Patrick Stewart.
When did Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World come out?+
Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World is a 2019 web series.
What genre is Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World?+
Breakthrough: The Ideas That Changed the World is Documentary series.
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