In Search of Myths and Heroes (2005): S01E03 – Arthur: The Once and Future King

Introduction Documentary series in which historian Michael Wood goes in search of the world’s greatest myths Outline King Arthur, a 5th-century Celtic monarch who battled invading Anglo-Saxons, first appears in a history of Britain written in 830. The story was expanded in the 12th-century by Geoffrey of Monmouth, who most modern historians regard as primarily…

Andrew Marshall

05/09/2022

1–2 minutes

History, Military Documentary

Introduction

Documentary series in which historian Michael Wood goes in search of the world’s greatest myths

Outline

King Arthur, a 5th-century Celtic monarch who battled invading Anglo-Saxons, first appears in a history of Britain written in 830. The story was expanded in the 12th-century by Geoffrey of Monmouth, who most modern historians regard as primarily a writer of fiction. The Tudors popularised Arthur further, as did the Victorians.

In Search of Myths and Heroes Series

You can find a full index and overview of In Search of Myths and Heroes here.

Production & Filming Details

Released Date: 2005.
Running time: 3 hours 40 minutes (total running time).
Rating: Unknown.
Country: UK.
Language: English.

Video Link(s)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D57rVeKXFnM