Ancients Behaving Badly

Ancients Behaving Badly (2009)

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Comprehensive series in which ancient persons have made some bad decisions, like insanity, murder, and being not so nice.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 21:00 (60 min)

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08Genghis KahnDez. 30, 2009
S01E07HannibalDez. 30, 2009
S01E06NeroDez. 30, 2009
S01E05Alexander the GreatDez. 30, 2009
S01E04CleopatraDez. 22, 2009
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Ancients Behaving Badly' premiere?

'Ancients Behaving Badly' premiered on December 1, 2009.

Who hosted the TV show 'Ancients Behaving Badly'?

The TV show 'Ancients Behaving Badly' was hosted by Tom Goodman-Hill.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Ancients Behaving Badly'?

The first season of 'Ancients Behaving Badly' consisted of six episodes.

Which ancient civilization was featured in the first episode of 'Ancients Behaving Badly'?

The first episode of 'Ancients Behaving Badly' focused on the ancient Roman civilization.

Who played the role of Nero in the episode about ancient Rome?

The role of Nero in the episode about ancient Rome was portrayed by Tom Goodman-Hill.

In the episode about ancient Rome, what were some of Nero's infamous acts?

In the episode about ancient Rome, some of Nero's infamous acts included murdering his mother and persecuting Christians.

Which ancient civilization was featured in the second episode of 'Ancients Behaving Badly'?

The second episode of 'Ancients Behaving Badly' focused on the ancient Egyptian civilization.

Who played the role of Cleopatra in the episode about ancient Egypt?

The role of Cleopatra in the episode about ancient Egypt was portrayed by Frances Barber.

In the episode about ancient Egypt, what were some of Cleopatra's notorious actions?

In the episode about ancient Egypt, some of Cleopatra's notorious actions included seducing powerful men and allying with Rome for her own gain.

Which ancient civilization was featured in the third episode of 'Ancients Behaving Badly'?

The third episode of 'Ancients Behaving Badly' focused on the ancient Greek civilization.

Who played the role of Leonidas in the episode about ancient Greece?

The role of Leonidas in the episode about ancient Greece was portrayed by Sean Pertwee.

In the episode about ancient Greece, what were some of Leonidas' infamous deeds?

In the episode about ancient Greece, some of Leonidas' infamous deeds included leading the Spartans in the Battle of Thermopylae against the Persians.

Which ancient civilization was featured in the fourth episode of 'Ancients Behaving Badly'?

The fourth episode of 'Ancients Behaving Badly' focused on the ancient Viking civilization.

Who played the role of Ragnar in the episode about the Vikings?

The role of Ragnar in the episode about the Vikings was portrayed by Clive Standen.

In the episode about the Vikings, what were some of Ragnar's notorious actions?

In the episode about the Vikings, some of Ragnar's notorious actions included raiding distant lands and his involvement in the Great Heathen Army.

Which ancient civilization was featured in the fifth episode of 'Ancients Behaving Badly'?

The fifth episode of 'Ancients Behaving Badly' focused on the ancient Aztec civilization.

Who played the role of Montezuma in the episode about the Aztecs?

The role of Montezuma in the episode about the Aztecs was portrayed by Rob Rackstraw.

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