TV series
The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes
2004–2010, English, on Channel 4. Created by Bettany Hughes.
The Ancient World is presented by historian Bettany Hughes which gives us a personal take on the ancient world cultures in this documentary series aired on Channel 4 network and takes us on a journey all over the ancient world from Egypt to Greece.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 7
- Episode length
- 105 min
- Status
- Ended in 2010
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Where to watch The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes
The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes is streaming on BBC Select in India.
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Latest episode
S1 E5: Alexandria: the Greatest City
Aired 24 March 2010
Seasons 1
Details
- First aired
- 23 October 2004
- Last aired
- 24 March 2010
- Network
- Channel 4
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Documentary
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The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes: quick answers
Is The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes worth watching?
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How many seasons of The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes are there?
The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes has 1 season and 7 episodes, about 105 minutes each.
Is The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes finished?
Yes. The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes ended in 2010, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes on?
The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes is streaming on BBC Select in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
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Who created The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes?
The Ancient World with Bettany Hughes was created by Bettany Hughes and stars Bettany Hughes.