Movies and TvShows featuring "nile-river" theme.

The Ten Commandments (1956) is a biblical epic that tells the story of Moses, an adopted Egyptian prince who becomes the chosen leader of the Hebrew slaves. Moses leads his people out of Egypt, defies the Pharaoh, and receives the Ten Commandments from God on Mount Sinai.

While on vacation on the Nile, Hercule Poirot investigates the murder of a young heiress. In World War I, Poirot devises a strategy to advance his Belgian company but gets injured. In 1937, at a London club, Poirot watches a performance and sees Linnet Ridgeway dancing passionately with her fiance Simon Doyle. After six weeks, in Egypt, Poirot encounters his friend Bouc and joins them at the hotel to celebrate Linnet and Simon's wedding. Others join their honeymoon trip on the cruise ship S.S. Karnak. Linnet asks Poirot for protection from the obsessive Jackie, who has stalked them to Egypt. To escape Jackie, the group boards the Karnak. Poirot interrogates the guests and discovers their various motives to harm Linnet. Poirot investigates further, finding clues and uncovering the truth behind the murders. As the passengers disembark, Poirot is unable to voice his feelings to Salome. Six months later, he visits her club to watch her rehearse, alone in the dark.

When Julius Caesar challenges Cleopatra to build a grand palace in three months, the Egyptian queen enlists the help of Asterix and Obelix. Together, they face challenges like pirates, anachronisms, and cultural misunderstandings, all while trying to meet the absurd deadline. Will they succeed and save Cleopatra's honor?

Join Michael Palin on his epic journey from the North Pole to the South Pole, exploring diverse cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and encountering unique experiences.

Mountains of the Moon is an epic drama based on the true story of the exploration of the Nile. It follows the journey of British army captain Richard Francis Burton and his friend John Hanning Speke as they embark on an expedition to discover the source of the Nile. Along the way, they face numerous challenges, including battles with native Africans, encounters with slavery, wildlife, and the mysteries of the African jungle. The movie also explores themes of obsession, illness, and the complexities of friendship.

In 1883, a British general leads an invading army to Khartoum, Sudan, facing resistance from the Sudanese forces. The film depicts the epic battle and the last stand of the British forces.

1960s Egyptian documentary showing scenes of local life along the banks of the River Nile, with narration by Salah Jahin

A dramatic retelling of the story of Moses, who leads the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt and towards the promised land. The series explores Moses' struggle with the Pharaoh, the plagues that befall Egypt, and the miraculous crossing of the Red Sea.

Toot, Whistle, Plunk and Boom is an animated short film that follows the comedic journey of a music teacher as he educates his students about the history of music. Through various animated sequences, the film explores different musical instruments, orchestras, and music genres. The teacher encounters humorous situations and engages in a mix of singing, dancing, and playing music to teach his students. The film combines educational elements with comedy and music to create an entertaining and informative experience for viewers.

Sir Ranulph Fiennes is credited as being the World’s Greatest Living Explorer. Among his extraordinary achievements, he was the first to circumnavigate the world from pole to pole, crossed the Antarctic on foot, broke countless world records, and discovered a lost city in Arabia. He has travelled to the most dangerous places on Earth, lost half his fingers to frostbite, raised millions of pounds for charity and was nearly cast as James Bond. But who is the man who prefers to be known as just ‘Ran’?

During the reign of Pharaoh Amenes, an Ethiopian slave girl falls in love with the king's son, leading to a dangerous romantic rivalry. As an invading army approaches the city, tensions rise and secrets are revealed, resulting in betrayal, stoning, and the ultimate downfall of the protagonists.

As if they were showing their film to a few friends in their home, the Johnsons describe their trip across the world, which begins in the South Pacific islands of Hawaii, Samoa, Australia, the Solomons (where they seek and find cannibals), and New Hebrides. Thence on to Africa via the Indian Ocean, Suez Canal, North Africa, and the Nile River to lion country in Tanganyika. (They are briefly joined in Khartum by George Eastman and Dr. Al Kayser.) Taking a safari in the Congo, the Johnsons see animals and pygmies, and travel back to Uganda, British East Africa, and Kenya.

In Victorian England, a British officer is accused of cowardice after resigning his post on the eve of a great battle. Determined to prove his bravery, he disguises himself as an Arab and joins the army in Sudan, where he must face his fears and prove his loyalty.

Set in the backdrop of the Ottoman Empire and Ancient Egypt, 'The Treasure: Truth & Imagination' follows a nonlinear timeline and explores the themes of rebellion, love, and revenge. A Muslim girl embarks on a perilous journey to find a legendary treasure, navigating through the complexities of a society steeped in tradition and power struggles. Along the way, she uncovers shocking secrets and faces unexpected challenges, all while coming face to face with a powerful pharaoh and a strong-willed rebel. Through vivid storytelling and mesmerizing music, this movie takes viewers on an unforgettable quest for truth and self-discovery.

Journey to Mecca is a historical drama set in the 1300s, following the journey of Ibn Battuta, a young scholar from Tangier, as he travels to Mecca. Battuta faces numerous challenges and encounters as he joins a caravan crossing the Arabian Peninsula, navigates the Nile River, and finally reaches Mecca, the holiest city in Islam. The movie provides insight into the richness of Arabic history, the cultural diversity of the region, and the significance of the pilgrimage to Mecca, known as Hajj.

The construction of the Aswan dam as seen by those who took part in it: engineers, workers, Egyptians, and Soviets.

The North Star is a gripping crime drama thriller set in 1930s France and Belgium. It follows the story of a detective investigating a murder that takes place in a hotel room. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of secrets and intrigue, leading him to uncover the truth.

A British officer in the Camel Corps in Egypt goes undercover to investigate a gang of drug smugglers. He enlists the aid of a female pilot to help break up the gang.

A rapid series of murders occurs when a professor disrupts a tranquil Egyptian tomb by removing some precious jewels.

This first entry in the "Believe It Or Not" series of shorts visits northern Africa. Included are a look at the Tuareg people of the Sahara Desert, a waterfall whose under-surface builds up because of lime deposits, a clock that strikes 13, and the Tree of Abraham, estimated to be 3500 years old. Vitaphone No. 1282.