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This seven-hour miniseries explores the foundations of the greatest empires of all time and the incredible stories of Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar and Cleopatra.
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Alexander the GreatThe 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. - 02
CleopatraThe 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.
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- S01E01Alexander the GreatSeptember 4, 2023The greatest conqueror and general in history, Alexander the Great of Macedon built one of the largest empires ever seen in just 13 years. B
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Julius CaesarSeptember 5, 2023—Overcoming overwhelming odds fighting throughout the Mediterranean, Caesar's decisive actions bring him massive success and make him the mos - S01E03CleopatraSeptember 6, 2023The enigmatic Egyptian Queen Cleopatra's untold true story is one of a ruthless genius, doing anything necessary to cling onto power in the
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