Show Info
- Status: Returning Series
- First Aired: August 28, 2025
- Seasons: 1
- Episodes: 4
- Networks: Sky History
- Genres: Documentary, War & Politics
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Pharaohs at War(2025)
Overview
Pharaohs at War explores four epic battles that changed the fate of Ancient Egypt: Megiddo, Qadesh, Raphia, and Actium. These decisive confrontations between pharaohs and their greatest rivals defined the legacy of one of history’s most iconic civilisations. Each episode focuses on a high-stakes duel between a pharaoh and a formidable enemy. Through expert interviews and 3D reconstructions, the series unveils the military strategies, political motives, and human drama behind these legendary conflicts. The series follows archaeologists into the field as they uncover spectacular sites—some revealed for the first time on screen. Clue by clue, these discoveries shed light on how war reshaped Egypt’s destiny.
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No imageSeason 1
4 episodes • 2025
Season 1
4 episodes • 2025
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thutmose III - The Battle of Meggido | Aug 28, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Ramses II - The Battle of Qadesh | Aug 28, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Ptolemy IV - The Battle of Raphia | Aug 28, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Cleopatra - The Battle of Actium | Aug 28, 2025 | 0.0 |
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