Cleopatra: Cracking the Enigma
More than twenty centuries after Cleopatra’s disappearance, the life of Egypt’s last queen is still enigmatic. From her birth into a family of power, to her fight for the throne, to her brutal death, this series explores everything we know about this queen-pharaoh. Following experts in the field, we reveal the most unknown fragments of Cleopatra’s life, including the exceptional and unprecedented discovery of one of her treasures, swallowed up in the sea.
Season 1
4 episodes
- 1. The Origins of a Legendary FamilyThis episode explores the dynasty of the foreign pharaohs who ruled Egypt for centuries, tracking how Cleopatra VII and her predecessors blended Greek and Egyptian traditions to legitimize their reign16CC52minMay 8, 2025
- 2. Cleopatra's Sunken TreasureThis segment follows French underwater archaeologist Franck Goddio, showcasing underwater excavations in the Mediterranean Sea to recover artifacts and reconstruct the sunken remains of Cleopatra's palace and temple16CC52minMay 8, 2025
- 3. Her Fight for the ThroneA look into how a young Cleopatra successfully ascended the throne as a brilliant political strategist, navigating sibling rivalries, Egyptian court politics, and Roman domination16CC52minMay 8, 2025
- 4. The Last PharaohThis finale focuses on the final years of her reign, examining her infamous alliances with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony, the power struggle against Octavian, and the hunt to uncover the enduring mystery of her final resting place16CC52minMay 8, 2025
Cleopatra: Cracking the Enigma
More than twenty centuries after Cleopatra’s disappearance, the life of Egypt’s last queen is still enigmatic. From her birth into a family of power, to her fight for the throne, to her brutal death, this series explores everything we know about this queen-pharaoh. Following experts in the field, we reveal the most unknown fragments of Cleopatra’s life, including the exceptional and unprecedented discovery of one of her treasures, swallowed up in the sea.
Creators and cast
- Studio
- RMC Films, RMC Découverte
Maturity rating
16Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
French
Where to watch
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