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Alexandria: The Greatest City

7.7201048mMovieDocumentary

Bettany Hughes goes in search of this lost civilisation, revealing the story of a city founded out of the desert by Alexander the Great in 331 BC to become the world's first global centre of culture. The documentary also looks at the role…

DirectorNick Gillam-Smith

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Cast · Directed by Nick Gillam-Smith

BHBettany Hughes
Bettany Hughes
Self - Presenter

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Alexandria: The Greatest City — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Alexandria: The Greatest City?

Alexandria: The Greatest City is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Magellan TV and Xive TV Documentaries in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Alexandria: The Greatest City on Netflix?

No, Alexandria: The Greatest City is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Magellan TV.

Is Alexandria: The Greatest City on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Alexandria: The Greatest City is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of September 2026.

Where can I watch Alexandria: The Greatest City for free?

Alexandria: The Greatest City is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.