Documentary
Overview
Four mighty civilisations - Rome, Egypt, Japan's Samurai and the Aztecs. Their legends remain - now priceless artefacts reveal what led them to fall into the echoes of history.
Networks
BBC TwoSeasons
Series 1
4 ep · 2025
Cast & Characters
Sophie Okonedo
Self - Narrator
Directors & Crew
A
Anthony Mitchell
Producer
Screenshots & Stills
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