Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb
A suspenseful archaeological documentary follows Egyptian specialists as a remarkable Saqqara tomb yields clues to Old Kingdom life.
Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Measured
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- None
- curious
- suspenseful
- educational
- educational viewing
- history night
What critics said
Critics broadly find the documentary engaging and informative, especially for viewers interested in ancient history and archaeology, though its suspense-driven presentation can feel conventional.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Local archaeologists excavate unexplored passageways, shafts, and tomb chambers while seeking grave goods and mummies.
The excavation team is composed of local archaeologists whose expertise guides the discovery and historical interpretation.
The team faces a funding deadline tied to the Ramadan holiday, giving the dig an urgent investigative structure.
The film takes viewers into passageways, shafts, and remarkably preserved tomb spaces at Saqqara.
Films like Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb, and why
The Lost Tomb of Alexander the Great
archaeological discovery documentary combining fieldwork, ancient history, and suspenseful excavation
Egypt's Lost Queens
immersive archaeology documentary focused on excavating and interpreting ancient Egyptian remains
Pompeii: The Mystery of the Villa
historical documentary driven by archaeological investigation and the recovery of material evidence
Movie Details
- Director
- James Tovell
- Release Date
- 2020-10-28
- Runtime
- 113 min
- Rating
- 7.3 / 10 (159)
Cast
- Salima Ikram
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb about?
- A suspenseful archaeological documentary follows Egyptian specialists as a remarkable Saqqara tomb yields clues to Old Kingdom life.
- What is Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb as measured, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb.
- What did critics think of Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb?
- Critics broadly find the documentary engaging and informative, especially for viewers interested in ancient history and archaeology, though its suspense-driven presentation can feel conventional.
- Which films are like Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb?
- Films with a similar feel include The Lost Tomb of Alexander the Great, Egypt's Lost Queens, and Pompeii: The Mystery of the Villa.
- How long is Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb?
- Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb runs 113 minutes.
- Where can I watch Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb?
- In United States, Secrets of the Saqqara Tomb streams on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
