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The Best Episodes of World War II with Tom Hanks

Every episode of World War II with Tom Hanks ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of World War II with Tom Hanks!

Explores WWII from Germany's invasion of Poland through the atomic age, examining pivotal battles, wartime leaders like Churchill and Roosevelt, and the human cost of total war.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    World War II with Tom Hanks Season 1 Episode 1 - The Beginning
    0.0/10(94 votes)

    #1 - The Beginning

    S1:E1

    In September 1939, Germany invades Poland, setting the stage for the most destructive war in history.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. World War II with Tom Hanks Season 1 Episode 2 - Blitz
    0.0/10(79 votes)

    #2 - Blitz

    S1:E2

    After toppling the Netherlands and Belgium, Nazi Germany pushes further west. The Allies scramble to support France as Churchill is forced to defend Britain from the skies and FDR rushes to mobilize wartime production.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. World War II with Tom Hanks Season 1 Episode 3 - Barbarossa
    0.0/10(62 votes)

    #3 - Barbarossa

    S1:E3

    The story of Operation Barbarossa, Hitler's massive surprise invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941, the largest and costliest land offensive in human history.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. World War II with Tom Hanks Season 1 Episode 4 - Pearl Harbor
    0.0/10(21 votes)

    #4 - Pearl Harbor

    S1:E4

    Exploring WWII from Germany's invasion of Poland through the atomic age and examining pivotal battles, wartime leaders like Churchill and Roosevelt and the human cost of total war.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. World War II with Tom Hanks Season 1 Episode 5 - The War at Sea
    0.0/10(15 votes)

    #5 - The War at Sea

    S1:E5

    Exploring WWII from Germany's invasion of Poland through the atomic age and examining pivotal battles, wartime leaders like Churchill and Roosevelt and the human cost of total war.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Beginning" is the best rated episode of "World War II with Tom Hanks". It scored /10 based on 94 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/25/2026. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Blitz".