# Where to watch The Discovery of India (1988) in the UK

> The Discovery of India (1988) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 15 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** TV series  
**Year:** 1988  
**TMDB rating:** 9.4/10  
**Genres:** Documentary, Drama  
**Seasons:** 1  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 15 May 2026 (2026-05-15T21:20:49.285Z)  

## Synopsis

Bharat Ek Khoj is a 53-episode Indian historical drama based on the book The Discovery of India by Jawaharlal Nehru, that dramatically unfolds the 5000 year history of India from its beginnings to the coming of independence in 1947. The drama was directed, written and produced by Shyam Benegal with cinematographer V. K. Murthy in 1988 for state-owned Doordarshan. Benegal's regular script collaborator Shama Zaidi also co-wrote the script.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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