Alexander: The Making of a God — Season 1
6 episodesFirst aired 31 January 2024
Expert interviews and gripping reenactments combine to reveal the extraordinary life of Alexander the Great and his burning desire to conquer the world.
E1The Boy King
6.8Jan 202444m
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.
E2Death or Victory
7.0Jan 202438m
The tyrant inside Alexander starts to emerge as he leads his army to victory in western Persia, forcing Darius III to reassess his opponent.
E3Face to Face
6.7Jan 202438m
Alexander 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.
E4The Golden Empire
6.7Jan 202438m
Alexander finds new purpose in Egypt and embarks on a perilous journey to find an ancient oracle and learn his true identity.
E5The Living God
6.5Jan 202438m
Alexander 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.
E6A World Still to Conquer
6.5Jan 202437m
With 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.