David Macaulay: Pyramid
David Macaulay: Pyramid

David Macaulay: Pyramid

January 04, 1989 | 57 min

How did ancient Egyptians build the Great Pyramid at Giza, joining two million blocks of heavy stone with amazing precision? Who were the leaders who built these enormous structures, and what did these tombs signify? Host David Macaulay explores the history, mythology, and religions of Egypt's people, combining live footage and animation. Take a rare look at the mummy of Ramses II and buried treasure in the sacred Valley of the Kings.

Genres

Documentary History

Cast

Naomi Scott

Derek Jacobi

Naomi Scott

Brian Blessed

Naomi Scott

John Hurt

Naomi Scott

Siân Phillips

Naomi Scott

Geoffrey Matthews

Naomi Scott

Tim Pigott-Smith

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