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When war breaks out, young translator Harry (Jonah Hauer-King) vows to help his Polish girlfriend Kasia (Zofia Wichłacz) flee Warsaw. How will he explain this to his sweetheart Lois (Julia Brown), waiting for him at home in Manchester?

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Season 1: Episode 1 Recap

World on Fire Episode 1 History & Images

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Season 1: Episode 1 History & Images

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