The Silk Road (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Series · ★ 8

Released in 2017, The Silk Road is a documentary series.
What it’s about. Alfred de Montesquiou, a war correspondent for the Associated Press news agency and a journalist for Paris Match – for which he has covered most of the Arab Spring revolutions – will be our knowledge broker along the Silk Road, the mythical network of trade routes that for centuries linked the Far East to the West. Follow in the footsteps of illustrious predecessors, from Alexander the Great to Marco Polo. Journey through time, encountering specialists, historians, or just everyday people with a passion who will help you grasp the past and present identities of those countries. From Bursa in Turkey to Xi’an in China, Alfred guides and accompanies you in this fresh and original way to discover History.
Who’s in it. The Silk Road stars Alfred de Montesquiou as Host.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Silk Road sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Silk Road page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Silk Road tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Silk Road (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Silk Road change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Silk Road worth watching?
- The Silk Road holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Silk Road?
- The Silk Road stars Alfred de Montesquiou.
- When was The Silk Road released?
- The Silk Road was released in 2017.
