The Dark Ages (2007) on Netflix
NR20071h 30mDocumentaryDramaHistory
Rome falls in the fifth century, and Europe faces centuries of Viking, Vandal and Visigoth raids, bubonic plague, famine and civil unrest, with historians tracing the upheaval.
- Netflix3.7/5
- IMDb7.1/10473 votes
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Plot summary
Beginning with Rome's fall in the fifth century, tis History Channel presentation sheds light on the Dark Ages, covering the continent-wide chaos, including raids by Vikings Vandals, and Visigoths, bubonic plague, famine, civil unrest and more. The program takes viewers from the darkest of times to the dawn of a new beginning as the turmoil besieging Europe gives rise to the Crusades, the Enlightenment, and the Renaissance.
Cast
- RJ Allisonas Narrator
- Philip Daileaderas Himself - William and Mary College
- Kelly DeVriesas Himself - Loyola College
- Bonnie Effrosas Herself - SUNY Binghamton
- Adnan Husainas Himself - Queen's University
- Michael Kulikowskias Himself - University of Tennessee
- Thomas Martinas Himself - College of Holy Cross
- Jim Masschaeleas Himself - Rutgers University
- Vilma Raubaiteas Empress Theodora
- Brett Whalenas Himself - UNC, Chapel Hill
