Heroes and Villains

Heroes and Villains (2007-2008)

EndedDocumentary showDrama

Lavish, all-action dramatic spectacles based on the lives of six men who shaped the world around them, either by sheer force of will, genius, courage or even greed. Powerful, magnetic personalities who have earned their place in the world's imagination, all prepared to die for what they believed in - whether it was God or gold, the pursuit of power and glory or a magnificent ideal. From Spartacus, the gladiator who brought Rome to its knees, to the audacious military genius Napoleon, this series combines absorbing drama with CGI to ask what were the motives, the strengths and even the weaknesses that drove these men to achieve what no one else had dared. The amazing stories of Hernan Cortez, Attila the Hun, Tokugawa Ieyasu, and Richard the Lionheart are also included. Series comprising the dramatization of events surrounding six of the most enigmatic historical figures.

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Last Episode

Shogun
Season 1Episode 660 min

Shogun

Drama-documentary about the Samurai general Tokugawa Ieyasu, a towering figure of Japanese history. He overthrew the governing dynasty of Japan and became the Shogun - the supreme military leader - of Japan. Ieyasu's rise to power climaxes in the biggest Samurai battle in history, with 160,000 soldiers fighting for the future of Japan. On the way, there is a story of love for a reckless son, a politician in drag, a night time Ninja attack, suicide and betrayal.
Jul 4, 2008

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06ShogunJul 4, 2008
S01E05Richard the LionheartMar 22, 2008
S01E04CortesMar 15, 2008
S01E03SpartacusFeb 29, 2008
S01E02Attila the HunFeb 13, 2008
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Heroes and Villains premiere?

Heroes and Villains premiered on July 26th, 2007.

Who are the main characters in Heroes and Villains?

The main characters in Heroes and Villains are popular comic book superheroes and villains such as Batman, Spider-Man, Superman, and the Joker.

What format is Heroes and Villains presented in?

Heroes and Villains is presented in a documentary format.

How many episodes does Heroes and Villains have?

Heroes and Villains has a total of six episodes.

What is the focus of each episode in Heroes and Villains?

Each episode of Heroes and Villains focuses on a single hero or villain and examines their origins, character development, and impact on pop culture.

Who narrates Heroes and Villains?

Heroes and Villains is narrated by comic book writer Stan Lee.

Which episode of Heroes and Villains focuses on Batman?

Episode three of Heroes and Villains focuses on Batman.

Which episode of Heroes and Villains focuses on Spider-Man?

Episode four of Heroes and Villains focuses on Spider-Man.

Who is portrayed as the villain in the heroes and villains origin story?

The villain in the heroes and villains origin story is portrayed as a corrupt society.

Who is the creative team behind Heroes and Villains?

The creative team behind Heroes and Villains includes executive producers Mark Rowland and Alex Graham, and director Phil Cairney.

Was Heroes and Villains nominated for any awards?

It is unclear if Heroes and Villains was ever nominated for any awards.

What is the production company behind Heroes and Villains?

Heroes and Villains is produced by Wall to Wall Media.

What is the objective of Heroes and Villains?

The objective of Heroes and Villains is to provide an in-depth look at the history and development of iconic comic book characters.

Cast

Hiro Kanagawa

Hiro Kanagawa

plays Ishida Mitsunari
Rory McCann

Rory McCann

plays Attila the Hun
Tom Burke

Tom Burke

plays Napoleon Bonaparte
Steven Waddington

Steven Waddington

plays Richard the Lionheart
Anthony Flanagan

Anthony Flanagan

plays Spartacus
Brian McCardie

Brian McCardie

plays Hernán Cortés
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Characters

Ishida Mitsunari

Ishida Mitsunari

played by Hiro Kanagawa
Attila the Hun

Attila the Hun

played by Rory McCann
Napoleon Bonaparte

Napoleon Bonaparte

played by Tom Burke
Richard the Lionheart

Richard the Lionheart

played by Steven Waddington
Spartacus

Spartacus

played by Anthony Flanagan
Hernán Cortés

Hernán Cortés

played by Brian McCardie
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