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Ancient Lives

19841 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

Unlocking the mysteries of daily life in ancient Egypt. John Romer relates the details of daily life in the village where the workmen who built the royal tombs lived.

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
A Village of Craftsmen
Jan 1, 1984
E2
The Mountains of Gold
Jan 1, 1984
E3
The Processional Way Of The Gods
Jan 1, 1984
E4
The Year Of The Hyena
Jan 1, 1984

Cast

JRJohn Romer
John Romer
Self - Presenter

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Ancient Lives isn't available free in United States; you can only rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

How many seasons are in Ancient Lives?

Ancient Lives has 1 season in total (4 episodes). The series concluded in 1984.

Are all episodes of Ancient Lives out yet?

Yes — all 4 episodes across 1 season of Ancient Lives are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Ancient Lives?

No — Ancient Lives ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.