Alexander: The Making of a God
Created by Tony Mitchell
On Netflix
A scholarly yet dramatized exploration of Alexander the Great's life and ambitions, blending expert analysis with reenactment to examine both his military genius and his personal relationships.
Expert interviews and gripping reenactments combine to reveal the extraordinary life of Alexander the Great and his burning desire to conquer the world.
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- StreamNetflix
Questions people ask
Is Alexander: The Making of a God violent? Yes. More violent than 81% of series.
Is Alexander: The Making of a God easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of series.
Is Alexander: The Making of a God scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 59% of series.
Is Alexander: The Making of a God sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Does Alexander: The Making of a God leave you hopeful? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Ensemble
Like Alexander: The Making of a God
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Alexander: The Making of a God
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Alexander: The Making of a God, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Alexander: The Making of a God, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Alexander: The Making of a God, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
