David Macaulay: Pyramid (1989)

0.0 January 4, 1989 57m Released
DocumentaryHistory

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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Cast

  • David Macaulay

    David Macaulay

    Host

  • Derek Jacobi

    Derek Jacobi

    Hordedef (voice)

  • Brian Blessed

    Brian Blessed

    Ankhaf (voice)

  • John Hurt

    John Hurt

    Khufu / Second French Explorer (voice)

  • Siân Phillips

    Siân Phillips

    Mersyankh (voice)

  • Geoffrey Matthews

    Geoffrey Matthews

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

  • Tim Pigott-Smith

    Tim Pigott-Smith

    Djedefre / Scout (voice)

  • Sarah Bullen

    Sarah Bullen

    Henutsen (voice)

  • Timothy Spall

    Timothy Spall

    Kawab / Tomb Robber (voice)

  • Peter Pacey

    Peter Pacey

    Khafre / Guard (voice)

  • Ysanne Churchman

    Ysanne Churchman

    Meritities / Boy Khafre (voice)

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