The Silk Road
Series Overview
Dr Sam Willis reveals how the Silk Road was the world's first global superhighway where people with new ideas, new cultures and new religions made exchanges that shaped humanity.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 3 Episodes
2016 – 2016
Premiered: 01/05/2016
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 3: “Iran”
In the final episode of his series tracing the story of the most famous trade route in history, Dr Sam Willis continues his journey west in Iran. The first BBC documentary team to be granted entry for nearly a decade, Sam begins in the legendary city of Persepolis - heart of the first Persian Empire. Following an ancient caravan route through Persia's deserts, he visits a Zoroastrian temple where a holy fire has burned for 1,500 years, and Esfahan, one of the Silk Road's architectural jewels and rival to Sam's next destination - Istanbul. In the ancient capital of ...
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Downes, Tim Niel
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Downes
Director
Tim Niel
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Silk Road
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What is The Silk Road about?
Dr Sam Willis reveals how the Silk Road was the world's first global superhighway where people with new ideas, new cultures and new religions made exchanges that shaped humanity.
How many seasons does The Silk Road have?
The Silk Road comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Silk Road?
Key cast members in The Silk Road include Sam Willis.
Who created or directed The Silk Road?
The Silk Road was developed and directed by Richard Downes, Tim Niel.