Movies and TvShows featuring "3rd-century-bc" theme.

A biographical depiction of the life and achievements of Emperor Ashoka in 3rd-century BC.

The story of Mi Yue (Queen Dowager Xuan), the first stateswoman in the history of China. Mi Yue was a young princess who lived in the Kingdom of Chu during the Warring States period. She was sent to Qin as a concubine and part of her sister Mi Shu's dowry, separating her from first love Huang Xie. King Ying Si passes away while his sons are still battling for the throne, and ultimately, Ying Dang comes out as the successor. Mi Yue is banished to Yan with her son Ying Ji. However, Ying Dang suddenly dies, leaving Qin in a state of chaos. Mi Yue enlists the help of the "barbarian" Yiqu army, successfully returning to Qin, suppressing political revolts and instates her son Ying Ji on the throne. Mi Yue goes on to become the first Empress Dowager (Empress Mother) in China’s history.

The King's Woman is a captivating historical romance drama set in ancient China during the Han Dynasty. The story follows the forbidden love between Gong Sun Li, a powerful and intelligent woman, and Ying Zheng, the ruthless Emperor of Qin. As they navigate the dangerous world of palace politics and face numerous obstacles, their love is put to the ultimate test. Filled with love triangles, rivalries, murder, and revenge, The King's Woman is a gripping tale of passion and power.

In the Far East, Alex O'Connell unearths the mummy of the first Emperor of Qin, a shape-shifting entity cursed by a witch centuries ago. In ancient China, the Emperor becomes The Dragon Emperor, unites the country's kingdoms, and orders the construction of the Great Wall of China. Years later, Alex locates the Emperor's tomb with the financial backing of archaeology professor Roger Wilson. They revive the Emperor, who plans to raise his undead army and conquer the world. Along with the O'Connells and Lin, the group battles the Emperor and his Terracotta Army to save the world. Alex and Lin fall in love, and ultimately defeat the Emperor.

China was once divided into seven kingdoms that warred with each other constantly. It took one man to conquer all the kingdoms and create China. A nameless man (Jet Li) is brought to meet the king of Qin (Daoming Chen) in his palace. Nameless is being honored for killing three assassins from the kingdom of Zhao. These assassins are named Sky (Donnie Yen), Flying Snow (Maggie Cheung), and Broken Sword (Tony Leung Chiu Wai). [...] A body is carried as if in a royal funeral; captions explain that the Nameless Hero was executed as an assassin but buried as an honored hero. The king of Qin eventually did conquer all the kingdoms and unite them under his rule. He went on to oversee the building of the Great Wall of China. On the closing screen, the following is written: To this day all the people of China refer to their country as...Our Land.

Aśoka, a prince and general, becomes the emperor of ancient India and embraces Buddhism after witnessing the horrors of war. He uses his power to spread peace and love, but faces challenges from those who seek to destroy his empire. Through battles, sword-fights, and political struggles, Aśoka must navigate the complexities of ruling a vast kingdom while staying true to his beliefs.

White Vengeance is an action-packed movie that revolves around the power struggles and political conspiracies during the 3rd century BC in ancient China. Based on a true story, it depicts the intense rivalry between two powerful military strategists, Xiang Yu and Liu Bang, as they compete for control of the country. Filled with martial arts and kung fu elements, this movie offers a thrilling and captivating portrayal of the ancient Chinese history.

In the 3rd century BC, a group of skilled fighters come together to protect their land and face numerous challenges along the way.

A docudrama-drama that depicts the life of Hannibal Barca, a Carthaginian military leader, as he wages war against the Roman Republic during the Second Punic War. The film showcases his strategies, battles, and personal struggles.

Cabiria follows the perilous journey of a young princess in ancient Rome during the Punic Wars. From battles and betrayals to escapes and revenge, this silent film takes viewers on a thrilling adventure through the Roman Empire.

The Colossus of Rhodes tells the story of a Greek inventor who is imprisoned and forced to create a powerful weapon. As an earthquake threatens to destroy the city, he must find a way to escape and save his fellow citizens.

The Emperor's Shadow is a historical drama movie set during the Qin Dynasty. It tells the story of a Chinese emperor and his struggles to maintain power and control over his empire. With political intrigue, betrayal, and personal sacrifices, the movie showcases the challenges faced by the emperor and the impact his decisions have on his people.

In ancient China, the Emperor seeks to unify the warring states and build the Great Wall. However, his ambitious plans are threatened by political plots, cruelty, and treachery. As the Emperor's loyal assassin faces accusations of treason, he must navigate through a web of secrets, capture, and murder to protect his king.

Hannibal: Rome's Worst Nightmare is a docudrama that follows the life of Hannibal Barca, a Carthaginian general who waged war against the Roman Republic in the 3rd century BC. The movie explores his strategic brilliance, his battles against the Roman army, and his famous crossing of the Alps with elephants.

During the 3rd century B.C. a horde of barbarians are hired by the Phoenian city of Carthage to fight against the Roman empire, but when the city's ruler is unable to fulfill the promised payment made to the mercenaries, they attack the African settlement, where Salammbô --the king's daughter and high priestess of goddess Tanit- tries to settle the matter when the Barbarian leader who has fallen for her steals the sacred veil of Carthage from the temple, without taking into account the evil schemes of a powerful member of the council of wise men.

Insurrection deposes the tyrannical first emperor of China during the evil Qin Dynasty. Warrior/general Xiang Yu and the cunning peasant Liu Pang join forces to win through civil war. Xiang Yu's weakness for Lady Yu combine with Liu Pang's treachery result in Liu founding the legendary Han dynasty

Docu-drama profiling Ying Sheng, the first Emperor of China. Charting the life of the man who unified China, this documentary begins with the future Emperor's rise to power after the death of his father, becoming King of Qin at the age of thirteen. Mostly told through the use of re-enactments, the story continues to the present day and the discovery of the Emperor's tomb and terracotta army in 1974.

A story of the Second Punic Wars, beginning with Scipio's futile pleas to the Roman Senate to build an army to battle Hannibal, that climaxes with the battle of Zama.

Syracuse lies between the warring nations of Rome and Carthage; as long as the balance of power between the nations remains intact, both nations are willing to preserve the neutrality of Syracuse. However, Rome has now gotten the upper hand in its struggle for power. The fate of Syracuse lies in the hands of its leader, the famed inventor and scientist Archimedes.

The Scythians, skilled horsemen and nomadic conquerors, built a feared empire in the vast Eurasian steppe between the 9th and 3rd centuries B.C. All that remains are their graves: the Kourganes. In April 1999, a 2400 year-old Scythian tomb was discovered in Kazakhstan. It contained, among other treasures, twelve horses completely harnessed in gold, suggesting high social status.