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Rise and Fall of the Spartans

2002 ★ 8.5 1 season 2 eps TV-MA
Documentary

Explores every aspect of Sparta's culture, lifestyle, history and legacy. Author Steven Pressfield reflects on the significance of the Battle of Thermopylae, where a force led by 300 Spartan warriors stalled the advance of a hundred-thousand-plus strong Persian army for nearly a week. Scholars explore the factors that drove the Peloponnesian city-state to strive for martial excellence. Ancient accounts explain how Sparta's warriors were trained and detail their prowess in battle.

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Rise and Fall of the Spartans is available to stream on Nabby via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The documentary has 1 season and 2 total episodes, rated 8.5/10 by 4 viewers.

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Episodes 2 total across 1 season

2 episodes20020 watched
S1 · E1
45m
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Code of Honor✓
Sep 30, 2002
This episode explores the creation of the ancient world’s most formidable military force. It details the "Agoge"—the brutal training system that forged Spartan boys into elite warriors—and examines the rigid code of honor that defined their society. The journey culminates in the legendary sacrifice of King Leonidas and his 300 men at the Battle of Thermopylae, the ultimate personification of Spartan valor.
S1 · E2
45m
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Tides of War✓
Sep 30, 2002
Following the Persian Wars, Sparta faces its greatest challenge: a decades-long struggle for Greek hegemony against the naval power of Athens. This part analyzes the Peloponnesian War, the internal pressures of the Helot revolts, and the systemic flaws that led to Sparta's eventual decline. The saga concludes with the Battle of Leuctra, where the Spartan myth of invincibility was finally shattered.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Rise and Fall of the Spartans have?

Rise and Fall of the Spartans has 1 season with 2 episodes in total.

Is Rise and Fall of the Spartans still on the air?

Rise and Fall of the Spartans has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Rise and Fall of the Spartans?

Rise and Fall of the Spartans airs on History.

When did Rise and Fall of the Spartans first air?

Rise and Fall of the Spartans first aired on September 30, 2002.

Cast

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Edward Herrmann
Edward Herrmann
Narrator (voice)

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