The Living God • 2024 • episode "S1E5" • Alexander: The Making of a God

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Alexander faces his destiny leading his army into Persia's heart. Peace impossible, he heads for a final confrontation with Darius III.

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Alexander: The Making of a God • 2024 • 6 episodes •

The Boy King
44:01
The Boy King

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.

2024 • History

Death or Victory
38:25
Death or Victory

Alexander leads army to victory in western Persia. Darius III reassesses opponent as tyrant inside Alexander starts to emerge.

2024 • History

Face to Face
38:39
Face to Face

After defeating Darius III at Battle of Issus against odds, Alexander falls back and sets sights on unexpected target: Egypt.

2024 • History

The Golden Empire
38:23
The Golden Empire

After Egypt brings new purpose, Alexander embarks on a dangerous quest to find an oracle and discover his identity.

2024 • History

The Living God
38:13
The Living God

Alexander faces his destiny leading his army into Persia's heart. Peace impossible, he heads for a final confrontation with Darius III.

2024 • History

A World Still to Conquer
37:22
A World Still to Conquer

The Persian Empire conquered, Alexander defeats Darius III. Still ambitious, he now seeks to control the entire world.

2024 • History

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