African Queens: Njinga

African Queens: Njinga

Ended First aired 15/Feb/2023 United States English 2 season(s) 8 episode(s)
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Blending dramatization with documentary, this series traces the rise and reign of Queen Njinga of Angola amid family betrayal and political rivalries.
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Season 2 · Season 2
4 episode(s) · Air date: 10/May/2023
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S2E4
The Last Pharaoh
Air date: 10/May/2023 · Runtime: 44 min
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While Octavian and the Roman army target Egypt, crises erupt on and off the battlefield. Can Cleopatra protect herself, her children and her empire?

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While Octavian and the Roman army target Egypt, crises erupt on and off the battlefield. Can Cleopatra protect herself, her children and her empire?

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What should be done
Air date: 10/May/2023 · Runtime: 41 min
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Cleopatra forges a strategic relationship for personal gains as Egypt thrives under her rule. Later, she makes a bold decision in the heat of battle.

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Cleopatra forges a strategic relationship for personal gains as Egypt thrives under her rule. Later, she makes a bold decision in the heat of battle.

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When In Rome
Air date: 10/May/2023 · Runtime: 47 min
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The birth of a child unites Rome and Egypt, putting Cleopatra in a favorable position until a shocking murder puts her and her son's lives under threat.

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The birth of a child unites Rome and Egypt, putting Cleopatra in a favorable position until a shocking murder puts her and her son's lives under threat.

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Rivals
Air date: 10/May/2023 · Runtime: 48 min
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Fulfilling her father's wish, a young Cleopatra ascends the throne in Egypt amid sibling rivalries and forms an alliance with a noted Roman leader.

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Fulfilling her father's wish, a young Cleopatra ascends the throne in Egypt amid sibling rivalries and forms an alliance with a noted Roman leader.

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Season 1 · Miniseries
4 episode(s) · Air date: 15/Feb/2023
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Legacy
Air date: 15/Feb/2023 · Runtime: 44 min
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Tensions run high as Njinga negotiates with a European power to save her own as she moves to establish an independent kingdom and be recognized as queen.

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Tensions run high as Njinga negotiates with a European power to save her own as she moves to establish an independent kingdom and be recognized as queen.

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The Blood Oath
Air date: 15/Feb/2023 · Runtime: 45 min
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Now on the throne, Njinga must grow her army and solidify her power. In need of resources, she makes sacrifices and strikes a deal with a former enemy.

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Now on the throne, Njinga must grow her army and solidify her power. In need of resources, she makes sacrifices and strikes a deal with a former enemy.

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Power Is Not Given
Air date: 15/Feb/2023 · Runtime: 49 min
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A desperate Mbande asks for help from Njinga, who attempts to make peace with the Portuguese. After an unexpected death, Njinga takes on a pivotal role.

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A desperate Mbande asks for help from Njinga, who attempts to make peace with the Portuguese. After an unexpected death, Njinga takes on a pivotal role.

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Death of a King
Air date: 15/Feb/2023 · Runtime: 46 min
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In the kingdom of Ndongo, the king becomes a target as the opposition grows stronger. With loyalties divided at home, Njinga seeks a new ally on her own.

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In the kingdom of Ndongo, the king becomes a target as the opposition grows stronger. With loyalties divided at home, Njinga seeks a new ally on her own.

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Ethosheia Hylton
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Susannah Ward
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Ben Goold
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Miguel Melendez
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