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NOVA•Season 53•Episode 8

Athens: Birth of Democracy

7.5/10 · 49 votesApr 29, 202654 min

Ranked #9 of 13 in Season 53•−0.2 vs season avg

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Follow archaeological investigations into the dramatic origins of democracy in Greece 2,500 years ago. Mass graves and ancient ruins where tyrants were murdered shine new light on the birth of a revolutionary form of government.

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Episode Summary

"Athens: Birth of Democracy" is episode 8 of NOVA season 53. It scored 7.5/10 from 49 votes, ranking #9 of 13 episodes this season (season average 7.7). It aired on April 29, 2026.

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