Roman Empire 2016
This stylish mix of documentary and historical epic chronicles the reign of Commodus, the emperor whose rule marked the beginning of Rome's fall.
Episodes
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S1·E1 Born in the PurpleFighting an implacable enemy in Germany, Marcus Aurelius trains his decadent son Commodus to succeed him, while rumor and intrigues brew back in Rome.
S1·E2 The Making of an EmperorThe Germanic tribes strike as Marcus Aurelius succumbs to disease, leaving a skeptical Emperor Commodus to prosecute a war that doesn't interest him.
S1·E3 Enemy of the SenateCommodus rises to power as Rome's new emperor, but not everyone supports his ascent. Among those conspiring against him: his older sister Lucilla.
S1·E4 Rome is BurningCommodus defeats his sister's coup but withdraws from governing, allowing other to amass power while he engages in an affair and banishes his wife.
S1·E5 Fight for GloryA disastrous grain shortage reaveals Cleander's treachery and leaves Commodus isolated, inspiring him to trains as a gladiator in a bid to unite Rome.
S1·E6 14 Days Of BloodLavish imperial games at the Colosseum are highlighted by the emperor's bloody victories, but his paranoid abuses of power lead to a final betrayal.Cast
A
Aaron Irvin
Himself
Crew
- Director
- Richard Lopez
Details
- First air date
- Nov 11, 2016
- Last air date
- Apr 5, 2019
- Seasons
- 3
- Episodes
- 15
- Episode runtime
- 48 min
- Network
- Netflix
- Status
- Ended
- Studios
- Stephen David Entertainment
- Country
- Canada, United States of America
- Language
- English
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