Title from container. Cote de Pablo (Shirah), Rachel Brosnahan (Yael), Kathryn Prescott (Aziza), and Sam Neill (Josephus). Originally broadcast as a television miniseries on CBS in 2015. Based on the novel by Alice Hoffman. Special features: The Dovekeepers, Taking Flight (an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the cast and crew and filming in Malta) ; network on-air promos.
Summary:
One of the most remarkable events in ancient Israel comes to life in this dazzling, two-part miniseries based on the best-selling novel by Alice Hoffman. In 70 A.D., three strong, sensuous women journey to the city of Masada in a desperate attempt to hold out against the Roman army. Despite their diverse pasts, they are united by their passionate natures, roles as dovekeepers, and the powerful secrets that will mysteriously tie their destinies together.
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