History of the World in Two Hours 3D 2011. This CGI-driven documentary compresses 14 billion years of cosmic and human history into 88 minutes. It explores key turning points from the Big Bang to the present day. The film reveals how Earth formed, how life emerged, and how humanity rose to dominance. It highlights surprising connections between past events and modern life. Examples include how an exploding star made life possible and how ancient grasses influenced human evolution. The narrative weaves together science, geology, and cultural development in a rapid-fire format. Narrated by Chris Sarandon. The film was released on Blu-ray 3D by Gaiam Vivendi .