Genghis Khan 2005
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- Director
- Edward Bazalgette
- Networks
- RTL, BBC, Discovery UK
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Britbox Apple TV channel, BBC Select Apple Tv channel
What is Genghis Khan?
Genghis Khan is a 2005 television programme and documentary co-produced by the BBC and Discovery Channel UK that details the life of the thirteenth-century Mongol warlord Genghis Khan. The production was shot entirely on location and is based on The Secret History of the Mongols, a thirteenth-century manuscript that some believe was written by the adopted son of the great Khan.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2005
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 25, 2005
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Germany, United Kingdom
- Studios
- RTL, BBC, Discovery UK
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.9/10 from 15 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~60 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- RTL, BBC, Discovery UK
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Genghis Khan is a 2005 television programme and documentary co-produced by the BBC and Discovery Channel UK that details the life of the thirteenth-century Mongol warlord Genghis Khan. The production was shot entirely on location and is based on The Secret History of the Mongols, a thirteenth-century manuscript that some believe was written by the adopted son of the great Khan. The programme starred Orgil Makhaan in the title role of Genghis Khan, with his character voiced by Kenneth Cranham. The production was directed by Edward Bazalgette and narrated by Alisdair Simpson.
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Is Genghis Khan worth watching?
Genghis Khan holds a community rating of 6.9/10 based on 15 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Genghis Khan and when was it released?
Genghis Khan is a feature film with a runtime of 60 minutes. It was released in 2005. Release status: Released.
Who directed Genghis Khan?
Genghis Khan was directed by Edward Bazalgette.
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