From the birth of an ancient empire to its bloody fall, resistance and rebellion shape the world.
Where to Watch Revolutions That Changed History • Season 1
6 Episodes
The Third Servile War
E1
The Third Servile WarDestined to fight and die in servitude, a group of rebel Gladiators plot their escape. Led to freedom by none other than the heroic ex-Roman soldier Spartacus, what starts as a small hoard of self-liberated slaves grows into a rebellion.
Boudicas Revolt
E2
Boudicas RevoltFrom the outset of the Roman conquest of Britannia, the flame of rebellion is smouldering. The brutal mistreatment and humiliation of the Iceni King sparks fury. Celtic Queen, Boudica, ignites an incendiary campaign for vengeance.
Wat Tylers Rebellion
E3
Wat Tylers RebellionNew taxes against the working class leave England's lower ranks on the brink. But one radical leader, Wat Tyler, organizes an army of peasants, tradesmen and soldiers to march on London to present King Richard II with a list of grievances.
The French Revolution
E4
The French RevolutionDuring the Ancien Régime, the Third Estate's chance to escape a life of squalor can only come on a tide of change. One that will ultimately bring in a new order, but first comes crashing down in a wave of absolute chaos.
The American Revolution
E5
The American RevolutionAfter fighting arm-in-arm with their British compatriots, American colonists are shocked by stern import duties enacted over the heads of the colonies, inciting open rebellion. In the shadows, the rebels form a government of their own.
Decembrist Revolt
E6
Decembrist RevoltA secret society of Russian military officers with dreams of political revolution set out to overthrow the Romanovs. But when Tsar Konstantine renounces the throne, opportunity to bring an end to the autocratic government begins to close.
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