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The Greeks: Crucible of Civilization

Series Overview

In the fourth and fifth centuries, B.C., the Greeks built an empire that stretched across the Mediterranean from Asia to Spain. They laid the foundation of modern science, politics, warfare and philosophy, and produced some of the most breathtaking art and architecture the world has ever seen. It was perhaps the most spectacular flourishing of imagination and achievement in recorded history.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedMiniseries
Original Network
PBS
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 3 Episodes

52 min per episode

Air Date Window

2000 – 2000

Premiered: Wed, Feb 9, 2000

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Feb 9, 2000

Season 1, Episode 3: “The Empire of the Mind”

Athens, at the height of her glory, engaged in a suicidal conflict with her greatest rival, Sparta. Through the eyes of Socrates, Athen’s first philosopher, we see the tragic descent of Athenian democracy into mob rule. As defeat piles on defeat, the Athenians, shattered and stripped of their Empire, take revenge on their most vocal critic and condemn Socrates to death before a people’s court.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Cassian Harrison

Screenplay & Story

Cassian Harrison

Producers

Anthony Geffen

Department Leadership Roster

Cassian Harrison

Writer

Anthony Geffen

Producer

Cassian Harrison

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)PG

Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Greeks: Crucible of Civilization

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What is The Greeks: Crucible of Civilization about?

In the fourth and fifth centuries, B.C., the Greeks built an empire that stretched across the Mediterranean from Asia to Spain. They laid the foundation of modern science, politics, warfare and philosophy, and produced some of the most breathtaking art and architecture the world has ever seen. It was perhaps the most spectacular flourishing of imagination and achievement in recorded history.

How many seasons does The Greeks: Crucible of Civilization have?

The Greeks: Crucible of Civilization comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Greeks: Crucible of Civilization?

Key cast members in The Greeks: Crucible of Civilization include Liam Neeson, Willy Bowman, Vernon Dobtcheff, Jeffery Dench, Bill Reimbold.

Who created or directed The Greeks: Crucible of Civilization?

The Greeks: Crucible of Civilization was developed and directed by Cassian Harrison.