A War on Science (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 9

Released in 2006, A War on Science is a documentary film, running about 50 minutes. “A War on Science” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When Charles Darwin published his theory of evolution nearly 150 years ago, he shattered the dominant belief of his day – that humans were the product of divine creation. Through his observations of nature, Darwin proposed the theory of evolution by natural selection. This caused uproar. After all, if the story of creation could be doubted, so too could the existence of the creator. Ever since its proposal, this cornerstone of biology has sustained wave after wave of attack. Now some scientists fear it is facing the most formidable challenge yet: a controversial new theory called intelligent design.
Who’s in it. A War on Science stars David Attenborough as David Attenborough, Richard Dawkins as Richard Dawkins and Bill Paterson as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, A War on Science sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A War on Science page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A War on Science (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A War on Science change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A War on Science worth watching?
- A War on Science holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A War on Science?
- A War on Science stars David Attenborough, Richard Dawkins and Bill Paterson.
- When was A War on Science released?
- A War on Science was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.