The History of the World Backwards(2007)

The History of the World Backwards is a comedy sketch show written by and starring Rob Newman. Set in an alternative world where time moves forward but history flows backward, the series plays as a mock history programme that upends conventional storytelling. Each sketch mines absurdist humor from this inverted premise, exploring how civilization might unravel in reverse. The show premiered on BBC Four in October 2007 before moving to BBC Two, marking Newman's return to television after a 14-year absence. Sharp writing and inventive conceptual comedy drive the series, which appeals to viewers who enjoy intelligent parody and unconventional takes on familiar subjects.