Ancient Empires

1 season available

Looking at the stories of three of ancient history's greatest rulers: Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar and Cleopatra; their lives reveal just what it takes to rule over an ancient empire.
Alexander the Great
S1 E1

The greatest conqueror and general in history, Alexander the Great of Macedon built one of the largest empires ever seen in just 13 years.

Caesar
S1 E2

Overcoming overwhelming odds fighting throughout the Mediterranean, Caesar's decisive actions bring him massive success and make him the most powerful man in the world; every gambler knows that luck runs out eventually.

Cleopatra
S1 E3

The enigmatic Egyptian Queen Cleopatra's untold true story is one of a ruthless genius, doing anything necessary to cling onto power in the face of an aggressively expanding Roman Empire.