Colosseum
Colosseum
Colosseum
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Overview
This series brings the rise and fall of the Roman Empire to life through the lens of one of the most exhilarating and brutal arenas in the history of humanity: the Colosseum. From the savage truth of a gladiator's life as a slave-warrior to the fascinating ways Rome's emperors used the vast amphitheater to demonstrate total power, "Colosseum" offers a unique and personal look inside history's most iconic empire. Spanning several hundred years, the series unfolds chronologically, from the arena's incredible opening day to its very last games.
Status: Ended
First Air Date: 2022-07-17
Runtime: Unknown
Director: Unknown
Writer: Unknown
Top Cast
Odimegwu Okoye
Odimegwu Okoye
Oxyntas
Archie Rowell
Archie Rowell
Memmius
Carlotta De Gregori
Carlotta De Gregori
Mevia
Tamsin
Tamsin
Mevia
Soufiane El Khalidy
Soufiane El Khalidy
Centurion
Vinny Moli
Vinny Moli
Carpophorus
Said El Hamdi
Said El Hamdi
Marcellus
Nadia Benzakour
Nadia Benzakour
Mavia's Mother
Josh Taylor
Josh Taylor
Domitian
Aron von Andrian
Aron von Andrian
Domitian (Emperor of Rome)
Michael Parr
Michael Parr
Senator Olybruis
Anthony Barclay
Anthony Barclay
Ignatius
Official Videos
Colosseum: New 8-Part Premium Documentary Series Premieres July 17 at 9pm ET/PT
Colosseum: New 8-Part Premium Documentary Series Premieres July 17 at 9pm ET/PT
Episodes - Season 1
The Gladiators
The Gladiators
Episode 1
In 80 AD Emperor Titus opens the Colosseum with 100 days of spectacular games, including one of the most famous gladiatorial matches in Rome's history. After forming a close bond in the harsh environment of their training school, two gladiators, the barbarian Priscus, and Rome's champion, Verus, must now fight to the death in front of 50,000 spectators. Their story has come down to us through the Roman poet, Martial.
The Builder
The Builder
Episode 2
When master builder Haterius constructs the Colosseum from the ashes of Nero's Golden House, his work is far from over. New Emperor Domitian tasks him with adding in a complex network of underground tunnels: the hypogeum. Haterius will have to balance satisfying the insatiable demands of the all-powerful Emperor, with the extreme pressures of creating an ancient architectural marvel in time for Domitian's games. Failure could cost his life.
The Beastmaster
The Beastmaster
Episode 3
As the Roman Empire continues to expand, so does the diversity of exotic beasts brought back to entertain the Colosseum crowds. Over a million animals are slaughtered on the sands of the arena by trained beast masters, none more famous than Carpophorus. But when met with the unprecedented challenge to battle 20 wild creatures, can Carpophorus survive?
The Gladiatrix
The Gladiatrix
Episode 4
When the mighty Emperor Trajan throws his great games of 107 AD, the crowd is treated to a rare spectacle: female gladiators. The combatants are typically prisoners of war, but in one game, a Roman woman named Mevia makes history. She decides to trade her status as a free citizen of Rome to fight in the arena as a gladiatrix, a controversial and shocking choice that earns the enmity of Roman historian and satirist, Juvenal. Her choice illustrates the challenges of plebian life for women in ancient Rome.
The Martyr
The Martyr
Episode 5
The public execution of criminals is a staple in the Colosseum, but during Trajan's 123 days of games in 107 AD, one of these victims is no ordinary prisoner. Bishop Ignatius of Antioch is part of a growing underground religion threatening Roman traditions: Christianity. Will his high-profile execution send a message, or spread the word of Christ further than Trajan could have anticipated?
The Scientist
The Scientist
Episode 6
One of the most famous doctor/scientists of the ancient world, Galen of Pergamon makes a name for himself as a physician for gladiators in the arena. But just as Rome's Empire reaches the height of its power and influence under Emperor Marcus Aurelius, a devastating plague sweeps through the city--and Galen catches the attention of Emperor Marcus Aurelius. Now it's up to this scientist to defend Rome from disease and keep the Emperor alive at all costs. This episode marks a turning point in the series, as barbarian attacks along Rome's northern borders intensify, beginning the long period of Rome's decline.
Commodus
Commodus
Episode 7
All of Rome’s emperors have put great value on spectacles and games, but only one steps out of the Imperial Box and onto the sands of the arena: Commodus. A far cry from his father, the great Emperor Marcus Aurelius, Commodus is quick to make enemies - especially with one elite ruling body, the Senate. As the empire crumbles and Commodus’s popularity plummets, a deadly game of cat and mouse ensues, centered around Rome’s great amphitheater.
The Pagan
The Pagan
Episode 8
By the 4th Century AD, a divided Roman Empire is rocked by devastating earthquakes, fires, barbarian invasions and deep religious divides. As Rome declines, the Colosseum, which once stood as a proud symbol of the Empire’s glory, lies empty. To restore Rome, one man, a devout worshipper of the Rome's old Gods, turns to the arena. Can staging elaborate and expensive games there reverse Rome’s decline?
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