Wikimedia Commons/World War II with Tom Han TV Tom Hanks narrates a definitive WWII documentary series. Premiering Memorial Day on History Channel. 20 episodes covering the global conflict. March 18, 2026 AceShowbiz - Tom Hanks is set to narrate an ambitious new documentary series on World War II, premiering on the History Channel this Memorial Day. The series, titled World War II with Tom Hanks, aims to present a comprehensive and modern retelling of the deadliest conflict in history through 20 episodes available in 200 territories and translated into 40 languages.