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The Greeks: Crucible of Civilization - The Collapse

Through the eyes of Socrates, Athens' first philosopher, viewers see the tragic descent of Athenian democracy into mob rule.The episode opens in 399 B.C., after the great philosopher Socrates has been sentenced to death and Athens lies in ruins after a war with Sparta.

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  • Originally Aired February 24, 2000
  • Runtime 60 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-G
  • Network PBS
  • Notes Is a season finale
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Name Type Role
Cassian Harrison Writer
Liam Neeson Guest Star
Lee Pulbrook Director