Alexander: The Making of a God

Season 1

2024 • 6 Episodes

Expert interviews and gripping reenactments combine to reveal the extraordinary life of Alexander the Great and his burning desire to conquer the world.

Episodes

The Boy King - Alexander: The Making of a God

1. The Boy King

★6.7

January 31, 2024

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.

Death or Victory - Alexander: The Making of a God

2. Death or Victory

★7.0

January 31, 2024

The tyrant inside Alexander starts to emerge as he leads his army to victory in western Persia, forcing Darius III to reassess his opponent.

Face to Face - Alexander: The Making of a God

3. Face to Face

★6.5

January 31, 2024

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.

The Golden Empire - Alexander: The Making of a God

4. The Golden Empire

★6.5

January 31, 2024

Alexander finds new purpose in Egypt and embarks on a perilous journey to find an ancient oracle and learn his true identity.

The Living God - Alexander: The Making of a God

5. The Living God

★6.5

January 31, 2024

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.

A World Still to Conquer - Alexander: The Making of a God

6. A World Still to Conquer

★6.5

January 31, 2024

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.