BBC Select Apple Tv channelThe Ancient World with Bettany Hughes (2004) is a documentary web series in English. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes online in HD.
The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes — Storyline
The Ancient World is presented by historian Bettany Hughes which gives us a personal take on the ancient world cultures in this documentary series aired on Channel 4 network and takes us on a journey all over the ancient world from Egypt to Greece.
Cast & Crew
- Created by: Bettany Hughes
- Starring: Bettany Hughes
The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2004-10-23 |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 7 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Network | Channel 4 |
| Status | Ended |
The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: The Minoans (2004-10-23) — Bettany Hughes visits Crete to recount the story one of the greatest archaeological discoveries ever made.
- E2: When the Moors Ruled in Europe (2005-11-05) — Bettany Hughes traces the story of the mysterious and misunderstood Moors, the Islamic society that ruled in Spain for 700 years, but whose legacy was virtually erased from Western
- E3: Athens: the Truth about Democracy (2007-07-21) — Bettany Hughes searches for the truth about the 'Golden Age' of Ancient Athens, investigating how a barren rock wedged between the East and West became the first democracy 2,500 ye
- E4: Engineering Ancient Egypt (2008-07-28) — Through their superlative buildings, the legacy of the Egyptian empire continues to enthrall people to this day. Yet these incredible structures were made over 4,000 years ago.
- E5: Alexandria: the Greatest City (2010-03-24) — Three cities dominated the ancient world: Athens, Rome and a third, now almost forgotten. It lies hidden beneath the waters of the Mediterranean and a sprawling modern metropolis.
- E6: Helen of Troy (2005-10-12) — She is 'the face that launched a thousand ships'; the woman blamed for the Trojan War – a conflict that caused countless deaths – but who was the real Helen of Troy?
- E7: The Spartans (2002-11-17) — Bettany Hughes chronicles the rise and fall of one of the most extreme civilizations the world has ever seen, one founded on discipline, sacrifice and frugality where the onus was
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes have? 1 season(s) with 7 episodes.
Who created The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes? Bettany Hughes.
Where can I watch The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
