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The Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire

★ 6.7 80 votes 2026–2026 1 season · 2 episodes Ended History
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Starring
Campbell ScottSimon ThorpJosh Taylor
Starring
Campbell ScottSimon ThorpJosh Taylor

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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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Season 12026
6.91623h 25m
EpTitleRatingYoursVotesRuntime
▶1The Rise6.4
10120 min
▶2The Fall7.8
685 min

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Cast

Campbell Scott Narrated by
Bettany Hughes Self - Historian and Author
Simon Thorp Marcus Aurelius, Marcus Licinius Crassus
Josh Taylor Domitian, Domition
Darius Arya Self - The American Institute for Roman Culture
Simon Sebag Montefiore Self - Historian and Author
Corey Brennan Self - Rutgers University
Nicola Denzey Lewis Self - Claremont Graduate University
Robert R. Cargill Self - University of Iowa
Yohuru Williams Self - University of St. Thomas

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