The Dark Ages (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 8.1
Released in 2007, The Dark Ages is a documentary and history film directed by Christopher Cassel, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Beginning with Rome's fall in the fifth century, tis History Channel presentation sheds light on the Dark Ages, covering the continent-wide chaos, including raids by Vikings Vandals, and Visigoths, bubonic plague, famine, civil unrest and more. The program takes viewers from the darkest of times to the dawn of a new beginning as the turmoil besieging Europe gives rise to the Crusades, the Enlightenment, and the Renaissance.
Who’s in it. The Dark Ages stars RJ Allison as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.1/10, The Dark Ages sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on History Vault. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dark Ages page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dark Ages (2007)?
- In US, The Dark Ages is available to stream on History Vault. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Dark Ages worth watching?
- The Dark Ages holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Dark Ages?
- The Dark Ages stars RJ Allison.
- When was The Dark Ages released?
- The Dark Ages was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.