What caused the demise of the greatest civilisations of the ancient world?
Episode 1
Rome
Nov 24, 2025
A weak emperor. A divided empire. Barbarians at the gate. Does this perfect storm mean the end of ancient Rome?
Episode 2
Egypt
Dec 1, 2025
The 3,000-year-old civilisation of ancient Egypt faces disaster as war, famine and a toxic dynasty threaten its survival. Will Queen Cleopatra become the last of the pharaohs?
Episode 3
Aztecs
Dec 8, 2025
The Aztecs battle to save their civilisation from Spanish invaders – but is the real threat from the enemy within?
Episode 4
Japan
Dec 15, 2025
For 250 years, Japan has thrived, largely cut off from western influence - until US gunboats arrive. In the face of an industrialised west, how will reformers, the shogun and the samurai class react?