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David Macaulay: Pyramid
David Macaulay: Pyramid (1989) is a documentary, history film directed by Larry Klein.
How did ancient Egyptians build the Great Pyramid at Giza, joining two million blocks of heavy stone with amazing precision? Who were the leaders who built these enormous structures, and what did these tombs signify? Host David Macaulay explores the history, mythology, and religions of Egypt's people, combining live footage and animation. Take a rare look at the mummy of Ramses II and buried treasure in the sacred Valley of the Kings.
Cast

David Macaulay
Host

Derek Jacobi
Hordedef (voice)

Brian Blessed
Ankhaf (voice)

John Hurt
Khufu / Second French Explorer (voice)

Siân Phillips
Mersyankh (voice)
Geoffrey Matthews
Nebka / Dedi / Messenger / First French Explorer (voice)

Tim Pigott-Smith
Djedefre / Scout (voice)
Sarah Bullen
Henutsen (voice)

Timothy Spall
Kawab / Tomb Robber (voice)

Peter Pacey
Khafre / Guard (voice)

Ysanne Churchman
Meritities / Boy Khafre (voice)
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