Expert interviews and gripping reenactments combine to reveal the extraordinary life of Alexander the Great and his burning desire to conquer the world.
Director: Hugh Ballantyne
Writer: Jane McLean Guerra, Christopher Bell
King Darius
Alexander the Great
Stateira
Oracle
Ptolemy
Olympias
Self
Bessus
Expert interviews and gripping reenactments combine to reveal the extraordinary life of Alexander the Great and his burning desire to conquer the world.
6 episodes
After a violent murder, a young Alexander ascends the throne of Macedonia and takes up arms against the mighty Persian Empire, ruled by Darius III.
Runtime: 44 minThe tyrant inside Alexander starts to emerge as he leads his army to victory in western Persia, forcing Darius III to reassess his opponent.
Runtime: 38 minAlexander defies the odds again and defeats Darius III at the Battle of Issus. He then falls back to set his sights on an unexpected target: Egypt.
Runtime: 38 minAlexander finds new purpose in Egypt and embarks on a perilous journey to find an ancient oracle and learn his true identity.
Runtime: 38 minAlexander embraces his destiny as his army plunges into the heart of Persia. With peace off the table, a final showdown against Darius III is inevitable.
Runtime: 38 minWith the Persian Empire in his hands and Darius III at his feet, Alexander burns with renewed ambition as he seeks to conquer the entire world.
Runtime: 37 minOfficial Trailer