Series 1
4 episodes · Nov 24, 2025
What caused the demise of the greatest civilisations of the ancient world?
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S1E1Rome
Nov 24, 202559mA weak emperor. A divided empire. Barbarians at the gate. Does this perfect storm mean the end of ancient Rome?
S1E2Egypt
Dec 1, 202559mThe 3,000-year-old civilisation of ancient Egypt faces disaster as war, famine and a toxic dynasty threaten its survival. Will Queen Cleopatra become the last of the pharaohs?
S1E3Aztecs
Dec 8, 202559mThe Aztecs battle to save their civilisation from Spanish invaders – but is the real threat from the enemy within?
S1E4Japan
Dec 15, 202559mFor 250 years, Japan has thrived, largely cut off from western influence - until US gunboats arrive. In the face of an industrialised west, how will reformers, the shogun and the samurai class react?