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The Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire (2026)

5/27/2026 • 1h 24m

Overview

A two-part special that re-tells the staggering expansion, domination, and ultimate collapse of one of history’s greatest and most cautionary civilizations. Rome is a young and aggressive republic fighting for survival in the dog-eat-dog world of the Ancient Mediterranean but driven by an ambitious leadership with plans to expand. Waging war on its neighbors brings vast wealth, power, and land without limits. Under its emperors, the Roman Empire dominates the Western world, before an intricate web of events, absolute unchecked power, and new fearsome invaders bring it crashing down after a thousand years of gore and glory. Utilizes dramatic live action sequences, archive, and special effects to bring to life the crucial players in Rome’s history. Featuring commentary with leading experts and world-renowned scholars.

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Ended

Top cast

Campbell Scott

Campbell Scott

Narrator

Bettany Hughes

Bettany Hughes

Self

Josh Taylor

Josh Taylor

Domitian / Domition

Simon Thorp

Simon Thorp

Marcus Licinius Crassus / Marcus Aurelius

Darius Arya

Darius Arya

Self

Simon Sebag-Montefiore

Simon Sebag-Montefiore

Self

Robert R. Cargill

Robert R. Cargill

Self

Alexander Mariotti

Alexander Mariotti

Self

Corey Brennan

Corey Brennan

Self

Yohuru Williams

Yohuru Williams

Self