Apocalypse: The Rise Of Hitler

Friday 21 February 03.00pm

TPTP
Apocalypse: The Rise Of Hitler

WHEN TO WATCH

  1. Friday 21 February 03.00pm

    Becoming Hitler

  2. Friday 21 February 04.00pm

    Marching To War

  3. Saturday 22 February 05.00pm

    Becoming Hitler

Synopsis

Adolf Hitler writes in 1924: "A stronger race will drive out the weak races." No one would predict Hitler will become dictator of Germany -- the Führer. In the trenches during the Great War of 1914-1918, the failed artist and loner will discover his mission: to save Germany. At first, for most Germans, Hitler is simply a deluded crank on the margins of German political life. The turning point is the 1929 economic crisis. Fearing chaos and the "Reds," the Germans vote in large numbers for Hitler. The young democracy is in danger and no one is left to defend it. The Nazi dictatorship spreads its pitiless shadow over Germany. Hitler claims he wants peace, yet he prepares for war -- the Apocalypse.

Episodes

Season 1
  • Becoming Hitler

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    Adolf Hitler was considered a crank on the margins of German political life – until the 1929 economic crisis changed everything.

    Next Showing
    Friday 21 February 03.00pm
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    On National Geographic
    Next Showing
    Saturday 22 February 05.00pm
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    On National Geographic
  • Marching To War

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    In 1933, the Nazi dictatorship extends across Germany. Hitler is now the Führer and, while publicly promoting peace, he is preparing for war.

    Next Showing
    Friday 21 February 04.00pm
    TPTP
    On National Geographic
    Next Showing
    Saturday 22 February 06.00pm
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    On National Geographic