1530-1584

The definitive exploration of Russia's imperial past: its origins, leaders, wars and politics. Using exclusive interviews and historical reenactments, this series of 4 videos spans one thousand years of Russian history. From the first settlement of Russe Vikings to the brutal murder of Tsar Nicholas II and his family. Explores the tumultuous lives of figures like Ivan the Terrible, Peter the Great, and Catherine the Great. Events include the December Revolution and Napoleon's ill-fated invasion and how they changed history.

Chronicles the life of sixteenth-century Grand Duke of Moscow Ivan IV, discussing the violence, madness, and empire-building that secured his place in history.

A biography of the first Russian Czar, a man remembered for laying the basis of Russia's growth as a modern nation and for the ruthless ambition that gave him the nickname "The Terrible.".

A biography of Ivan IV Vasilyevich, the Russian ruler whose policies earned him the title "Ivan the Terrible, " looking at his life and ambitions within the context of sixteenth-century Russia.

Presents a comprehensive biography of sixteenth-century Russian Tzar, Ivan IV, and chronicles his life, policies, marriages, and the terror and killings that occurred under his reign.

Traces the life of the sixteenth century Russian czar, describes the historical background of his reign, and discusses his indirect influence on modern East-West relations.

A biography of Russia's first tsar Ivan the Terrible that describes his life, cruelty, and victims.

A biography of Ivan IV, the Terrible, the first Russian ruler to use the title Czar and who ranks as an outstanding ruler though he committed great cruelties.

A narrative portrait of Russia's bloodiest czar, driven mad with the delirium of his devine right to power.