This month, Netflix will release a new historical documentary series focusing on Macedonian ruler Alexander the Great.
This new documentary series follows in the footsteps of earlier series such as Queen Cleopatra, Roman Empire, and Rise of Empires, all offering an exquisite mix of documentary and fascinating drama, with Netflix creating stunning recreations of major events and great parts from history.
The upcoming show, Alexander: The Making of a God, will blend expert interviews with dramatic reenactments, with all six episodes premiering on January 31, 2024.
Alexander: The Making of a God | Official Trailer
The new docuseries delves into the rise and collapse of Alexander the Great.
The trailer for “Alexander: The Making of a God” has been revealed, with the six-part docudrama set to premiere on Netflix soon. According to the official summary, it shows the “extraordinary life of Alexander the Great.”
It will follow his development from an outcast young man to his growing obsession with overthrowing the Persian Emperor Darius. This enabled him to “conquer the known world in less than six years.”
The story will be expressed through dramatic scenes, skilled academic insights, groundbreaking archaeology, and current excavations at the historical site in Alexandria, Egypt, headed by Calliope Limneos-Papakosta.
The Greek archaeologists have been looking for the Golden Fleece of Greek history, Alexander the Great’s luxurious tomb.
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The Crew of Alexander: The Making of a God.
Buck Braithwaite, Agni Scott, Will Stevens, Mido Hamada, and many other outstanding actors appear in Alexander: The Making of God.
The series, produced by Tailfeather Productions in collaboration with Lion TV, focuses on how Alexander the Great established the largest Western empire in history in less than six years, according to Netflix Tudum. The show’s executive producers are Lucy van Beek and Nick Catliff.
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Who was Alexander the Great?
Alexander the Great, King of Macedonia, was among history’s most successful military rulers. His accomplishments are profound, the most noteworthy being his conquest of the Persian Empire, the largest empire at the time.
He defeated Persian King Darius III and took control of huge lands ranging from the Balkans to present-day Pakistan.
Alexander’s conquests led to the spread of Greek culture and language throughout his empire, ushering in the Hellenistic Era. This period saw a fusion of Greek, Persian, Egyptian, and Indian civilizations, significantly impacting art, architecture, and literature.
He also founded over 20 cities, the most famous of which was Alexandria in Egypt, which became a major center for educational and cultural activities in the ancient world.
Alexander died at the early age of 32, leaving behind an empire spanning three continents and a legacy that greatly impacted the history of Western civilization.
