Epic Warrior Women

Season 1

TV-PG

The drama led documentary series presents history's most iconic female fighters. Each extraordinary tale of blood, sacrifice and endurance centres on the life of one young woman warrior caught up in the bloody struggles of her time.

Where to Watch Season 1

4 Episodes

Amazons
E1
AmazonsThe drama driven episode follows the life of Scythian orphan girl Alkaya who grows up to become a skilled and fearless horse warrior. As the new Chief, Alkaya leads her tribe into a defining battle against the Persians in 6th Century BC.
Gladiatrix
E2
GladiatrixCelt warrior woman Ardala is sold into a Mediterranean gladiator school in 2nd Century AD. In the gladiator school she transforms from rebellious recruit to ruthless fighter wanting to avenge the death of her friend and mentor Zonena.
Africa's Amazons
E3
Africa's AmazonsThe all-female Agooji regiments were the terrifying elite force of the Kingdom of Dahomey that was feared for its slave raids in West Africa. We recreate the life of young recruit Sukeoun who fights French colonial forces.
Vikings
E4
VikingsDNA tests of skeletons in Sweden challenge the idea that all Viking warriors were men; recreating the life of a young Viking woman who becomes the garrison commander in Birka.