Alexander the Great (1980 film)

Alexander the Great is a 1980 television film directed by Peter H. Hunt. It stars Philip Michael Thomas as Alexander the Great, and features a supporting cast including William Shatner, Michael Ansara, and John Ireland. The film chronicles the life and conquests of Alexander, the Macedonian king who built a vast empire across the ancient world. It was notable for its extensive location shooting and attempts to portray a historically accurate account of Alexander's campaigns, though liberties were still taken for dramatic effect. While not as widely acclaimed as other depictions of Alexander, it offers a concise narrative of his rise to power and military achievements. The film was originally aired as a two-part miniseries on ABC.