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"The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour" focuses on Egyptomania between the wars and the complicated geopolitical reasons behind it with everything brought to life by the "colourisation" of archive footage...
Read on for how to watch "The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour" from anywhere with a VPN – and potentially for FREE.
► U.K. date and time: "The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour" premieres in the U.K. on Channel 4 on Saturday, March 14 at 7.15 p.m. GMT (2.15 p.m. ET / 11.15 a.m. PT).
• WATCH FREE — Channel 4 (U.K.)
• U.S. — BBC Select (TBC)
• Canada — BBC Select (TBC)
• Australia — SBS (Mar 22)
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A fascinating addition to the award-winning "In Colour" series (cf. "Titanic...", "Britain’s Railway Empire..." and "The Manhattan Project..."), this two-part doc highlights Howard Carter’s discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922.
This at a time when Egypt was yearning for independence from Britain but western archaeologists remained determined to claim ancient artefacts for the colonial powers. A struggle (or "race") ws forged..
Beyond Tutankhamun, the series also covers lesser known excavations such as Queen Hetepheres’ tomb and Pierre Montet’s discovery at Tanis before World War II and more pressing concerns brought the era to an end.
Read on for where to watch "The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour" online and from anywhere.
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How to watch 'The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour' in the U.K.
"The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour" premieres in the U.K. on Saturday, March 14 at 7.15 p.m. GMT (2.15 p.m. ET / 11.15 a.m. PT). Watch for FREE on Channel 4.
But what if you are a Brit abroad and don't want to miss the show? Don't worry — you can watch it via a VPN instead. We'll show you how to do that below...
Watch 'The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour' from abroad
If you are a Brit abroad and want to watch "The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour", a VPN (Virtual Private Network) might be the answer to your prayers.
The software allows your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are, making it ideal for anybody away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN.
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're in the U.S. and want to view a U.K. service, you'd select U.K. from the list.
3. Sit back and watch. Head to Channel 4 to watch "The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour" online.
Can I watch 'The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour' in the U.S.?
You can. "The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour" has been picked up BBC Select in the U.S. (channel available via Apple/ Prime/ Roku) with broadcast date TBC. Check back here for details.
Don't panic if you are abroad. You can watch the show via your usual domestic streaming services by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
Can I watch 'The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour' in Canada?
You can. "The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour" has been picked up BBC Select in Canada (channel available via Apple/ Prime/ Roku) with broadcast date TBC. Check back here for details.
Don't panic if you are abroad. You can watch the show via your usual domestic streaming services by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
Can I watch 'The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour' in Australia?
"The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour" premieres in Australia on Sunday, March 22 on SBS.
Meanwhile, if you are a Brit Down Under for work or vacation, you can still watch the show for FREE on Channel 4 by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
Can I watch 'The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour' in New Zealand?
"The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour" has no release date in New Zealand right now but if that changes we'll tell you about it here.
However, if you are there. for whatever reason, you can still watch the show for free on Channel 4 by using a VPN such as NordVPN.
'The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour' - Episode guide
Season 01 Episode 01: In 1922 the discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb sparks global Egyptomania while the country itself fights for independence provoking a fascinating struggle for control of the ancient past. (Saturday, March 14)
S01 E02: Through the 1930s, Egypt presses for authority over its own antiquities but foreign archeologists race to acquire more 'star' discoveries as World War II closes in. (Saturday, Mar 21)
'The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour' FAQ
What have the program makers said about "The Race for Ancient Egypt in Colour" ?
Andre Holzinger (Series Producer): “It was fascinating to look back at this extraordinary period of discovery from a new perspective, to tell the lesser-known stories and bring them to audiences in a visually engaging and exciting way.”
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