The Expedition that changed the World
The First Circumvallation Around the World, tracking the 1519–22 voyage initiated by Ferdinand Magellan and culminated by Juan Sebastián Elcano.
DirectorSimon West
WriterPatxi Amezcua
My king did not wish to see me
Jun 17, 2022
After being rejected by the King of Portugal, Magellan looks for another way to achieve his dream.
You are wanted for treason
Jun 17, 2022
The Portuguese fleet cannot allow the expedition to succeed and will do everything possible to make it fail.
The punishment for rebellion is death
Jun 17, 2022
After almost a year's voyage, and without having found the passage, the crew mutinies against Magellan.
Whales don't swim in rivers
Jun 17, 2022
The joy of having found the the passage contrasts with the death and despair they encounter along the way.
You have been chosen as captain
Jun 17, 2022
The Mactans will have to ‘see the light' or face the guns and Magellan’s men.
Winds from the east
Jun 17, 2022
Elcano makes a risky decision that will change the course of history.
