He had been a fierce military commander who led huge armies into battle without a single defeat. A magnificent warrior who many believed was a part god - that has been Alexander the Great (Richard Burton), the legendary Greek hero hailed by his countrymen as"The King of Kings". Born in 356 B.C. into a tumultuous world of political unrest, educated by Aristotle (Barry Jones) and chose to direct his people in the grand heritage of his powerful father (Fredric March), this glamorous world conqueror rose especially conflict to combine the continents of Europe and Asia to eventually turn into perhaps one of the most celebrated rulers of all time! Produced, written and directed by Oscar - winner Robert Rossen and comprising the Claire Bloom and a cast of thousands, this picture of one of the most fascinating figures is an incredible spectacle and immense amusement.