DOCUMENTARY . 2021 . 1 Season . 7.7/10

Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World_

In six films, Adam Curtis traces the different forces across the world that have led to now. It covers a wide range—including the strange roots of modern conspiracy theories, the history of China, opium and opioids, the history of Artificial Intelligence, melancholy over the loss of empire and, love and power. And explores whether modern culture, despite its radicalism, is really just part of the new system of power.

Created By Adam Curtis
Network BBC iPlayer
Episodes 6
7.7/10
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Seasons
6
Episodes
ENDED
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Updated Feb 16, 2026
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In six films, Adam Curtis traces the different forces across the world that have led to now. It covers a wide range—including the strange roots of modern conspiracy theories, the history of China, opium and opioids, the history of Artificial Intelligence, melancholy over the loss of empire and, love and power. And explores whether modern culture, despite its radicalism, is really just part of the new system of power.

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Overview
Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World has 1 season with 6 episodes spanning 2021.
Cast
Adam Curtis stars as Self - Narrator (voice) in Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World.
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Rating
With a 7.7/10 rating from 24 votes, Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World is considered highly rated.
Year context
Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World first aired 5 years ago in 2021.

SEASONS (1 season, 6 episodes)

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Adam Curtis

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Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
6
Rating
7.7/10 (24 votes)
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What is Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World about?
In six films, Adam Curtis traces the different forces across the world that have led to now. It covers a wide range—including the strange roots of modern conspiracy theories, the history of China, opium and opioids, the history of Artificial Intelligence, melancholy over the loss of empire and, love and power. And explores whether modern culture, despite its radicalism, is really just part of the new system of power.
How many seasons does Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World have?
Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World has 1 season with 6 episodes total.
Who created Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World?
Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World was created by Adam Curtis.
Who stars in Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World?
The cast of Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World includes Adam Curtis.
What is the rating of Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World?
Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World has a rating of 7.7 out of 10 based on 24 votes on TMDB.
Is Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World still running?
Can't Get You Out of My Head: An Emotional History of the Modern World has ended. The final episode aired on .

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