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Land of the Pharaohs

Duration: 1 hour, 40 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern IrelandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two England

Lavish, spectacular costume drama which recreates life in ancient Egypt. For decades, the great pharaoh drives his people to construct his tomb, an enormous pyramid that will protect his body and wealth, and guarantee his soul's safe passage into the afterlife. But the pharaoh's earthly court is rife with duplicity and intrigue. Show less

Contributors

Pharoah Khufu:
Jack Hawkins
Mikka, Vashtar's servant:
James Hayter
Princess Nellifer:
Dame Joan Collins
Director:
Howard Hawks
Producer:
Howard Hawks

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