David Macaulay: Pyramid (1989)

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.

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David Macaulay

Host

Derek Jacobi

Hordedef (voice)

Brian Blessed

Ankhaf (voice)

John Hurt

Khufu / Second French Explorer (voice)

Siân Phillips

Mersyankh (voice)

G

Geoffrey Matthews

Nebka / Dedi / Messenger / First French Explorer (voice)

Tim Pigott-Smith

Djedefre / Scout (voice)

S

Sarah Bullen

Henutsen (voice)

Timothy Spall

Kawab / Tomb Robber (voice)

Peter Pacey

Khafre / Guard (voice)

Ysanne Churchman

Meritities / Boy Khafre (voice)

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