Rise and Fall of the Spartans (2002) is a Documentary series that follows explores every aspect of Sparta's culture, lifestyle, history and legacy. Author Steven Pressfield reflects on the significance of the Battle of Thermopylae, where a force led by 300 Spartan warriors stalled the advance of a hundred-thousand-plus strong Persian army for nearly a week. Scholars explore the factors that drove the Peloponnesian city-state to strive for martial excellence. Ancient accounts explain how Sparta's warriors were trained and detail their prowess in battle. Rise and Fall of the Spartans is not currently listed with streaming providers in your selected region, but availability can change over time. It has a user rating of 8.3 out of 10 from 3 votes. Fans of documentary series may also want to explore similar titles below.