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Most criticism of the show revolves around the accuracy and presentation of its factual content. The TV series, like the books, has been used by educators as a classroom aid [29] and was endorsed by UK Education Secretary Michael Gove as useful for spotlighting "neglected periods of history." [61] However, writing after the final episode, Simon Hoggart in The Spectator noted that "There has been some whipped-up controversy about Horrible Histories", adding that "where the books make a rudimentary attempt to teach history as a series of interconnected events, the television show is basically gags, chiefly about defecation, gluttony, murder and torture. It's quite amusing, though whether it will pique an interest in the subject, or—as some say—merely encourage children to learn more about defecation, gluttony, murder and torture, we cannot know." [62] Horrible Histories With Stephen Fry". British Comedy Guide. Archived from the original on 17 February 2014 . Retrieved 7 February 2014.

On 18 September 2015 Bill, a 2015 BBC comedy film based loosely around the early life of William Shakespeare, was released. The film, though not officially related to the series, reunited and starred the original core performers of Horrible Histories in starring roles. [102] [103] Hoggart, Simon (2 June 2010). "Shakespeare in school". The Spectator. Archived from the original on 18 December 2013 . Retrieved 31 July 2013. In 2015, the series returned with a new cast in a revised format. Episodes centred around the life of one prominent historical figure played by an established comedy actor. It was in 2016 that a seventh series began with just three specials before the full series in 2017. The three specials marked anniversaries through the year: 400 years since Shakespeare died, the BBCs 'Love to Read' campaign and 350 years since the Great Fire of London. There was a slight change in cast where the main stars Jalaal Hartley, Tom Stourton and Jessica Ransom continued with new members. This was the first series where none of the main original cast were present. Venning, Harry (27 April 2009). "Horrible Histories review". The Stage. Archived from the original on 16 December 2013 . Retrieved 12 December 2013. Horrible Histories wins fourth consecutive children's BAFTA". BBC News Online. 25 November 2013. Archived from the original on 12 May 2015 . Retrieved 17 December 2013.a b "Miranda leads winners at British Comedy Awards 2010". British Comedy Guide. 23 January 2011. Archived from the original on 26 October 2012 . Retrieved 18 June 2013. Kelly, Stephen (6 August 2012). "CBBC meets Royston Vasey". The Independent. Archived from the original on 22 December 2013 . Retrieved 16 February 2014. a b c Dent, Grace (28 May 2011). "Grace Dent's TV OD: Horrible Histories". The Guardian. Archived from the original on 16 December 2013 . Retrieved 13 December 2013. a b c d Brown, Maggie (25 May 2011). "Horrible Histories: comedy for all ages". The Guardian. Archived from the original on 12 November 2013 . Retrieved 12 December 2013. a b c Stephenson, David (22 April 2012). "Horrible history's a hoot". The Daily Express. Archived from the original on 16 December 2013 . Retrieved 11 December 2013.

Elizabeth I of England, Victoria of Great Britain (Series 2 onward), HHTV News anchorwoman Sam, Cleopatra, Empress Matilda, Joan of Arc, spoof of Karren Brady in "Historical Apprentice", Boudicca, Sally the "Historical Dating Service" consultant, Suzanne the Historical Hairdressers Owner, Mary Shelley, Mary, Queen of Scots Wightman, Catriona (3 February 2011). "In Full: Broadcast Awards 2011 Winners – TV News". Digital Spy. Archived from the original on 10 March 2011 . Retrieved 18 June 2013.

Specials – Horrible Histories". British Comedy Guide. 23 January 2014. Archived from the original on 2 February 2014 . Retrieved 23 January 2014.

AIB announces winners of the 2010 AIBs". Association for International Broadcasting. 10 November 2010. Archived from the original on 31 July 2013 . Retrieved 8 October 2012. All five series of the original show, plus the "Scary (Halloween) Special", "Ridiculous Romance" & the "Frightful First World War Special" and "Horrible Christmas" have been released on Region 2 DVD by 2entertain for the BBC, both individually and as boxed sets. [97] As of 2023, "Horrible Histories' Big Prom Party" & the "Sport Special" have yet to receive a home video release.

Jarvis, Alice-Azania (17 April 2009). "Last night's television: Horrible Histories". The Independent. Archived from the original on 24 April 2009 . Retrieved 9 February 2013. Top comedy stars join CBBC's Horrible Histories". BBC Media Centre. 5 January 2015. Archived from the original on 13 May 2015 . Retrieved 28 April 2015. In autumn 2011, the BBC edited footage from the show's summer Prom concert into an hour-long TV special ("Horrible Histories' Big Prom Party"), featuring specially shot linking sketches. [40] In addition, standalone sketches hosted by Stephen Fry, as well as a special "Bob Hale Report", were produced as part of the 2012 Sport Relief benefit programme. [41] [42] In the same year, several sketches were commissioned as part of the BBC's live television coverage of the Diamond Jubilee of Elizabeth II, to be performed on Tower Bridge, but due to time constraints only one was aired. [21] RTS Programme Awards 2010". Royal Television Society. 16 March 2011. Archived from the original on 14 December 2013 . Retrieved 18 June 2013.

Horrible Histories behind the scenes: find out how we make the drawings come alive. Horrible Histories: Behind the Scenes. CBBC Online. Heal, Clare (6 May 2011). "Horrible Histories: Sands reveal secrets". Daily Express. Archived from the original on 14 December 2013 . Retrieved 31 July 2013. a b "Horrible Histories". British Comedy Guide. Archived from the original on 21 July 2011 . Retrieved 27 July 2011. Writers' Guild Awards 2012 shortlists". UK Writer's Guild. 14 September 2012. Archived from the original on 13 May 2013 . Retrieved 18 June 2013.

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Noisegate Media Portfolio: Horrible Histories". Noisegate Media. 28 November 2011. Archived from the original on 4 March 2014 . Retrieved 27 February 2014.

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