Rome: The World's First Superpower
Series Overview
The history of Rome is a 1,000-year-long epic, filled with murder, ambition, betrayal and greed and encompassing such legendary characters as Rome’s Iron Age founders Romulus and Remus and its greatest general Julius Caesar. Larry is accompanied by some of Europe and America’s foremost classical experts who reveal the atmosphere of intrigue, conflict and violence at the places where the saga unfolded.
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1 Season • 4 Episodes
45 min per episode
2014 – 2014
Premiered: Fri, Oct 24, 2014
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Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “Part 4: Caesar”
Larry Lamb concludes his exploration of the Roman Empire by looking at the life and career of Julius Caesar. The actor traces the story of the great man's extraordinary transformation from a bankrupt junior public official to the seemingly invincible general who conquered Gaul, through to his infamous assassination in a debating chamber. Along the way, Larry discovers that money was often at the heart of the decisions Caesar made.
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Rome: The World's First Superpower
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-03-13
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Starkey
Chris Roots, Stuart Eade, Roy Deverell
Abigail Adams, Bernadette Ross, John Farren
Department Leadership Roster
David Starkey
Director
Chris Roots
Editor
Stuart Eade
Editor
Roy Deverell
Editor
Bernadette Ross
Producer
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested.
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What is Rome: The World's First Superpower about?
The history of Rome is a 1,000-year-long epic, filled with murder, ambition, betrayal and greed and encompassing such legendary characters as Rome’s Iron Age founders Romulus and Remus and its greatest general Julius Caesar. Larry is accompanied by some of Europe and America’s foremost classical experts who reveal the atmosphere of intrigue, conflict and violence at the places where the saga unfolded.
How many seasons does Rome: The World's First Superpower have?
Rome: The World's First Superpower comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Rome: The World's First Superpower?
Key cast members in Rome: The World's First Superpower include Larry Lamb.
Who created or directed Rome: The World's First Superpower?
Rome: The World's First Superpower was developed and directed by David Starkey.