Sphinx – Secrets of the History (1994)
This German format is not a series properly speaking, as it has no permanent cast or script continuity, but presents each time a 45 minutes documentary, usually in part presented as a docudrama (not faction, as close to scientific knowledge as possible, but visually attractive), elaborating a specific historical theme, widely varied, often exotic in the sense of a far time (as far back as prehistoric times) and/or place (around the globe), although some episodes fit together well, chronologically or thematically, but always fit to be watched separately. Usually authentic locations are used, as well as scenes from and/or interviews about the scientific research it is based upon.
Writing:
Stars:
- Gabriele Wengler
- Heiner Stadler
- Wolfgang Ebert
Stars:
Season 1 Episode List
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Episode 1 - Hannibal – Der Schrecken Roms
Release Date: 1994-12-04 -
Episode 2 - Die Jagd nach dem Bernsteinzimmer
Release Date: 1994-12-11 -
Episode 3 - Der Tod kam übers Meer: Kreta – Das verlorene Paradies
Release Date: 1995-01-08 -
Episode 4 - Kleopatra – Das letzte Lächeln der Pharaonen
Release Date: 1995-01-15 -
Episode 5 - Todesreiter aus der Steppe – Die Hunnen stürmen Europa
Release Date: 1995-01-22