Ancient Empires - Season 1
Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar and Cleopatra. Rulers of Greek, Roman and Egyptian empires. The three most iconic, powerful and brilliant leaders in ancient history. Leaders whose lives and legacies still shape our world today.
Episodes
Episode 1
Alexander the Great
The greatest conqueror and general in history, Alexander the Great of Macedon built one of the largest empires ever seen in just 13 years. But as he continues to push east, Alexander not only has to contend with an increasingly powerful enemy, but also the loyalty of his men, and his own growing dark side.
Episode 2
Julius Caesar
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.
Episode 3
Cleopatra
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.