David Macaulay: Pyramid

Larry Klein
1989-01-04


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57 min

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.

Cast

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