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Mussolini - the Untold Story - Part I

This sweeping historical miniseries begins its chronicle of Benito Mussolini’s rise to power in Fascist Italy. From his early ambitions as a fiery journalist to his ruthless political maneuvering, Part I reveals the forces that shaped his ascent and the loyalists who fueled his dream of dictatorship. With George C. Scott in a commanding performance, Mussolini: The Untold Story blends political drama, personal intrigue, and historical detail to capture the beginnings of a regime that would plunge a nation into war.

Victory at Sea - The Pacific Boils Over

Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941. Using Japanese footage, viewers see the planning, execution and, ultimately, the celebration of the country's attack on Pearl Harbor. There is also an explanation provided for the attack and some peaceful moments depicted among the U.S. sailors before the fateful events begin. Though badly damaged, the U.S. Navy survives to fight again.

Caesar the Conqueror

Epic battles and political intrigue collide in this grand retelling of Julius Caesar’s rise to power. As Rome’s most ambitious general, Caesar leads his legions in a ruthless campaign to subdue Gaul, facing fierce resistance from tribal chieftains and betrayal from within his own ranks. Blending sweeping action with historical drama, this Italian classic captures the ambition, strategy, and charisma of one of history’s most legendary figures.

Demetrius and the Gladiators

Demetrius (Victor Mature), once freed by the Christian martyr Marcellus, finds himself enslaved again and thrust into the gladiatorial arenas of ancient Rome. His devotion to faith is shaken as he grapples with violence, temptation, and the allure of power. Susan Hayward co-stars as the seductive Messalina, while Michael Rennie returns as Peter the Apostle and Ernest Borgnine adds grit as a fellow fighter. Directed by Delmer Daves, the film builds on the grandeur of The Robe, mixing epic battles, palace intrigue, and moral conflict into a powerful biblical spectacle.