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Akhenaten and Nefertiti: The Royal Gods of Egypt

Season 21, Episode 12 · September 6, 2002 · 50m

Using dramatic reconstructions and filmed throughout Egypt, this documentary unravels the story of King Akhenaten, the country's heretic monarch, who 3,300 years ago introduced a new religion and demanded to be worshipped like a god. At his side was Queen Nefertiti, one of the greatest iconic figures of the ancient world. What brought this enigmatic couple's reign to a sudden and disastrous halt?

Akhenaten and Nefertiti: The Royal Gods of Egypt — S21 E12 · Watchly