Episode 1
The Face of Power
Simon Schama explores the history of British portraiture. Simon looks at the eternal power of portraiture and sees how it can foster loyalty and control.
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TV series
The Face of Britain by Simon Schama
20151 season
Simon Schama explores the history of British portraiture, revealing the stories behind the most compelling images in British art and examining the ways portraiture is used to make a statement.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
The Face of Britain by Simon Schama premiered September 30, 2015. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
Simon Schama explores the history of British portraiture, revealing the stories behind the most compelling images in British art and examining the ways portraiture is used to make a statement.
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Episode 2
Faces of the People
Simon Schama explores the history of British portraiture. Simon looks at artists who have created images of people who would otherwise have been forgotten.
Where to watch The Face of Britain by Simon SchamaEpisode 3
The Face of Fame
Simon Schama explores the history of British portraiture. Simon looks at portraits of the famous and examines the celebrated faces of Britain's past and present.
Where to watch The Face of Britain by Simon SchamaEpisode 4
The Look of Love
Simon Schama explores the history of British portraiture. Simon explores how love portraits allow us to fulfil our craving to keep the ones we love close to us.
Where to watch The Face of Britain by Simon SchamaEpisode 5
The Face in the Mirror
Simon Schama explores the history of British portraiture. Here, Simon looks at the complex motivations behind some of the most intriguing self-portraits.
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Simon Schama