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The Fall of the Incas: Empire, Massacre, and the Emperor's End

Across three parts, this series chronicles the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire, led by Francisco Pizarro, from the rise of a glittering empire to the invasion and upheaval. It follows brutal encounters, massacres, and the fall of Atahualpa, culminating in the emperor’s end and the collapse of Incan sovereignty. This pivotal saga reshaped world history, marking the birth of colonial power in the Americas.
Episode count
3
Year span
1532 – 1533
Published date
2026-02-16

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