Kingdom of the Mummies Season 1 Episode 1

Ep 1. Hidden Chamber

  • TV-PG
  • May 12, 2020
  • 44 min
  •   (26)

In the first episode of the thrilling series, Kingdom of the Mummies, the audience is taken on an exhilarating journey to explore the secrets within an ancient burial site in Saqqara, Egypt. The world-renowned mummy expert, Dr. Ramadan Hussein, along with his team of expert archaeologists, sets out to uncover the hidden mysteries within the pyramid.

The episode begins with Dr. Ramadan and his team explaining the purpose behind their expedition and the importance of preserving ancient tombs. The team then ventures into the newly discovered chambers of the pyramid, where they come across the first obstacle in their mission - a collapsed tunnel blocking the only entrance.

Placing their safety at risk, the team decides to manually remove the rubble and finally enters the hidden chamber. The chamber is found to be filled with a thick layer of dust and debris, indicating that it hasn't been disturbed for centuries.

As the team begins to excavate, they discover intricate and finely decorated walls adorned with hieroglyphics that may provide clues to deciphering the mysterious messages of the enigmatic ancient civilization. The hieroglyphs found in the chamber shed light on the customs, lifestyle, and beliefs of the Egyptian people, which allows the team to get a better understanding of the culture.

The team also discovers an array of artifacts that offer a deeper insight into the practices and customs of the ancient Egyptians. The artifacts discovered range from pottery, funerary masks, to scraps of linen cloth - each with its unique story to tell. The pottery illustrates various styles of pots, ranging from the plain and simple to the extravagantly elaborate. The funerary masks show the evolution of designs over time and highlight the importance of personalization in the afterlife. The scraps of linen cloth that were discovered showed the different weaving techniques that were used to make the cloth.

As the team members decipher the enigmatic hieroglyphs and decode the artifacts, they also live in the awe-inspiring majesty of the pyramid. The camera takes the audience on a ride through the magnificent pyramid, showing the intricate corridors and winding secret passages. They come across the grandeur architecture, a testament to the engineering marvel of the ancient world.

However, the grandeur of the pyramid also presents its own challenges and risks, including an unsteady structure, the presence of carbon dioxide, and the possibility of falling debris. These dangers make it even more impressive that the team members continue their exploration with a fervent desire to reveal the mysteries of the ancient world.

The episode concludes with the team discovering a never-before-seen chamber deep in the pyramid, which promises to hold even more secrets and mysteries waiting to be revealed. The uncovering of this hidden chamber sets up the stage for future episodes of the exciting and enthralling series, Kingdom of the Mummies.

All in all, the first episode of the series sets the tone for what is in store for the viewers - an exciting exploration into the secrets hidden behind the majestic pyramids and ancient tombs. The combination of ancient history, artifact discovery, and deciphering of enigmatic messages will pull the viewer into a thrilling adventure of uncovering the mysteries of the past.

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Kingdom of the Mummies, Season 1 Episode 1, is available to watch and stream on National Geographic Channel. You can also buy, rent Kingdom of the Mummies on demand at Disney+, Amazon, Vudu, Google Play, Apple TV online.
  • First Aired
    May 12, 2020
  • Content Rating
    TV-PG
  • Runtime
    44 min
  • Language
    English