Masada

Masada (1981)

EndedScripted showDrama, Action, History

In this Emmy Award-winning dramatization of historical events, Peter O'Toole stars as the Roman general tasked with crushing a group of Jewish rebels who have sought refuge on Masada, a desert fortress, in A.D. 72. Despite superior numbers and supplies, the Romans find themselves endlessly frustrated in their attempts to thwart the rebels' last stand. The star-studded cast also includes Peter Strauss, Barbara Carrera and Anthony Quayle.

Network
Scheduleevery Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday at 20:00 (95 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E04Part IVApr 8, 1981
S01E03Part IIIApr 7, 1981
S01E02Part IIApr 6, 1981
S01E01Part IApr 5, 1981
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the first episode of Masada air?

The premiere of Masada aired on February 5, 1981.

Who directed the episodes of Masada?

Boris Sagal directed the episodes of Masada.

How many episodes are there in Masada?

Masada consists of 4 episodes.

Who played Flavius Silva in Masada?

Peter O'Toole played Flavius Silva in Masada.

Which country produced the TV show Masada?

The United States produced the TV show Masada.

What's the genre of the TV show Masada?

Masada is categorized as a historical drama.

Who played Eleazar Ben-Yair in Masada?

Peter Strauss played Eleazar Ben-Yair in Masada.

What was the budget for the show Masada?

The budget for Masada was estimated at over $25 million in 1981.

Where was Masada filmed?

Masada was filmed in Israel, Spain, and Malta.

What real-life historical event does Masada depict?

Masada depicts the siege of the fortress of Masada by troops of the Roman Empire during the First Jewish-Roman War.

Who played Tessipa in Masada?

Barbara Carrera played Tessipa in Masada.

Was Masada a ratings success during its initial run?

Yes, Masada was a ratings success during its initial run in 1981.

Did Masada win any awards?

Yes, Masada won an Emmy award for Outstanding Achievement in Music Composition for a Limited Series or a Special (Dramatic Underscore) in 1981.

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Also known as

  • Dødsfjender (Denmark)
  • Veriviholliset (Finland)
  • Масада (Russian Federation)
  • Los antagonistas (Spain)
  • Dödsfiender (Sweden)
  • The Antagonists (United Kingdom)

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