6.2
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
History of the World: Part II (2023)
History of the World: Part II (2023)
Overview
Explore different periods of human history through a variety of sketches.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
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Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
Race Swap: Yes
Christianity: Negative
Judaism: Positive
Viewer Rating
6.2
Overview
Explore different periods of human history through a variety of sketches.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
HuluDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The series explicitly promotes progressive ideology by using satire to critique historical and contemporary power structures, systemic racism, and sexism, thereby aligning with social justice and equality values.
The series features a diverse ensemble cast and includes a co-creator from a marginalized community, indicating intentional DEI-driven casting. Its narrative incorporates critiques of power structures and highlights marginalized historical figures, though these themes are presented through a comedic lens rather than as a central, explicit critique.
Secondary
History of the World: Part II portrays several historically Middle Eastern Jewish figures, such as Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene, Saint Peter, and Mother Mary, with actors of different racial backgrounds, including African American and Caucasian. These casting choices diverge from the historical race of the characters, fitting the definition of a race swap.
The film portrays Christianity through multiple comedic takes on Jesus Christ's life, utilizing irreverent and scatological humor that is provocative and often crude, lacking respect for religious sensitivities.
The film depicts Judaism with historical and cultural nuance, addressing practices and figures, and notably counters antisemitic narratives by clarifying Jesus' death at the hands of the Roman Empire.
History of the World: Part II is a sketch comedy series centered on historical satire. The series does not feature any notable or specific portrayal of the LGBTQ+ community, nor does it incorporate LGBTQ+ themes into its narrative or comedic sketches.
Publicly available information for 'History of the World: Part II' does not contain details regarding the depiction of transsexual characters or themes. Consequently, an evaluation of its portrayal cannot be made based on the provided data.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
All major characters in History of the World: Part II are portrayed on screen with genders consistent with their established historical or canonical identities. No instances were found where a character's on-screen gender differed from their source material or historical record.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
5.5
5.6
Critic Ratings
7.5
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