Ancient Assassins (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Series · ★ 8
Released in 2014, Ancient Assassins is a documentary series.
What it’s about. From stone-age Hawaii to 16th-century Japan, from Ancient Greece to the Byzantine Empire, elite combat troops -- men trained to perfection, skilled with a devastating array of weaponry -- have been called upon to infiltrate, disrupt and destroy the enemy. "Ancient Assassins" illustrates the tactics of these highly trained killers, showcasing the fatal tactics, immense physical strength and treacherous know-how of the most feared assassins, elite units and mercenaries throughout time. Each hourlong episode brings history to life with a mixture of dramatic reconstruction and documentary filming. Plus, interviews with military commanders help draw modern-day comparisons to today's special forces.
Who’s in it. Ancient Assassins stars Alexander Mariotti as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Ancient Assassins 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 Ancient Assassins page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ancient Assassins tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ancient Assassins (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ancient Assassins change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ancient Assassins worth watching?
- Ancient Assassins 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 Ancient Assassins?
- Ancient Assassins stars Alexander Mariotti.
- When was Ancient Assassins released?
- Ancient Assassins was released in 2014.