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The Best Episodes of Rise of the Continents

Every episode of Rise of the Continents ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Rise of the Continents!

Binge this in 3h 20m•Peaking at 8.5/10

The Earth’s continents are instantly recognizable. These iconic landmasses seem permanent and unchanging, yet they are merely the wreckage of a much larger long-lost supercontinent – Pangaea. In this stunning four part series

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Rise of the Continents Season 1 Episode 4 - Eurasia
    8.5/10(46 votes)

    #1 - Eurasia

    S1:E4

    How India moved to join the Himalayas and how other continents will be joined with Europe.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Rise of the Continents Season 1 Episode 1 - Africa
    8.2/10(51 votes)

    #2 - Africa

    S1:E1

    Charting the formation of Africa through its pyramids, diamonds and wildebeest.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Rise of the Continents Season 1 Episode 2 - Australia
    8.1/10(48 votes)

    #3 - Australia

    S1:E2

    Exploring Australia's creation through platypus, Aboriginal songlines and opal mines.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Rise of the Continents Season 1 Episode 3 - The Americas
    8.1/10(43 votes)

    #4 - The Americas

    S1:E3

    New York's skyline and alligators offer clues to how North and South America were created.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Eurasia" is the best rated episode of "Rise of the Continents". It scored 8.5/10 based on 46 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/30/2013. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "Africa".