# ZDF Terra X Weltstädte documentary series

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/zdf-terra-x-weltstdte-documentary-series
> Updated: 2026-08-28T16:37:55.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

ZDF announced the documentary series ‘Terra X: Weltstädte’, presented by psychologist Leon Windscheid. The series aims to explore the identity, history, and modern coexistence within three major metropolises: London, Tokyo, and Rome.

Following the series announcement, the London episode was released, detailing the city’s evolution from a Roman trading hub to a global metropolis. The program highlights London’s historical role as the center of the British Empire during the Victorian era and examines its modern demographic diversity.

## Claims

- Leon Windscheid hosts a new episode of Terra X focused on London. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The documentary explores London's evolution from a Roman trading post to a global metropolis. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- London has a population of nearly nine million people. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Approximately 41 percent of London's residents were not born in the city. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-28: Leon Windscheid explores London in new Terra X documentary

Leon Windscheid hosts a new episode of ‘Terra X: Weltstädte’ exploring London's evolution from a Roman trading post to a global metropolis of nine million people.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/leon-windscheid-explores-london-in-new-terra-x-documentary

### 2026-08-21: ZDF announces ‘Terra X: Weltstädte’ documentary series

Leon Windscheid explores the history and identity of London, Tokyo, and Rome in the new ZDF documentary series ‘Terra X: Weltstädte’, premiering in late August 2026.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zdf-announces-terra-x-weltstdte-documentary-series

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