The Eagle of the Ninth
Series Overview
In Britannia in 130, a young Roman officer named Marcus Flavius Aquila and his freed slave Esca search for the Ninth Legion's gold eagle standard, which vanished with the legion 13 years earlier.
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1 Season • 6 Episodes
30 min per episode
1977 – 1977
Premiered: Sun, Sep 4, 1977
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 6: “Valedictory”
With the help of the centurion turned British tribesman Guern, Marcus and Esca manage to evade the Epidii and escape across Hadrian's Wall with the Eagle. Having returned to Roman territory, Marcus seeks to reassemble the Ninth Legion.
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Michael Simpson
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Michael Simpson
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What is The Eagle of the Ninth about?
In Britannia in 130, a young Roman officer named Marcus Flavius Aquila and his freed slave Esca search for the Ninth Legion's gold eagle standard, which vanished with the legion 13 years earlier.
How many seasons does The Eagle of the Ninth have?
The Eagle of the Ninth comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Eagle of the Ninth?
Key cast members in The Eagle of the Ninth include Anthony Higgins, Christian Rodska, Peter Whitbread, Patrick Holt, Gillian Bailey.
Who created or directed The Eagle of the Ninth?
The Eagle of the Ninth was developed and directed by Michael Simpson.