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.
David Macaulay
as Host
Derek Jacobi
as Hordedef (voice)
Brian Blessed
as Ankhaf (voice)
John Hurt
as Khufu / Second French Explorer (voice)
Siân Phillips
as Mersyankh (voice)
Geoffrey Matthews
as Nebka / Dedi / Messenger / First French Explorer (voice)
Tim Pigott-Smith
as Djedefre / Scout (voice)
Sarah Bullen
as Henutsen (voice)
Timothy Spall
as Kawab / Tomb Robber (voice)
Peter Pacey
as Khafre / Guard (voice)
Ysanne Churchman
as Meritities / Boy Khafre (voice)
