This four episode 1997 A&E History series details four different time periods in ancient Egyptian history, ranging from 3150 BC to 30 BC.

“Episode 4: Considered by historians to be the greatest era of the New Kingdom began in 1279 BCE, when Ramses II assumed the throne. Ramses II is remembered by history as Ramses the Great.  The Great Pharaohs of Egypt series concludes with an in-depth look at his 67-year reign.  He led foreign conquests and embarked on what is considered the most ambitious building program since the Great Pyramids, restoring old monuments and erecting countless new ones.  The program concludes with the life and death of Cleopatra as the last pharaoh.  Covers Ramses II, Ramses III, and Cleopatra VII.”