Colosseum

Colosseum (2022)

EndedDocumentary show

The eight-part series vividly brings to life the rise and fall of the Roman Empire 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 viewers a unique and personal look inside history's most iconic empire. Each episode pinpoints one of eight key and diverse characters–all based on real people from history. Spanning several hundred years, the series unfolds chronologically, from the arena's astonishing opening day to its very last games. Colosseum utilizes dramatic live action sequences and special effects to infuse excitement into the personal narrative of each historic character. The premium series features commentary with leading experts, world-renowned scholars and more.

Network
Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:00 (63 min)

Last Episode

The Pagan
Season 1Episode 863 min

The Pagan

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?

Sep 4, 2022

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08The PaganSep 4, 2022
S01E07CommodusAug 28, 2022
S01E06The ScientistAug 21, 2022
S01E05The MartyrAug 14, 2022
S01E04The GladiatrixAug 7, 2022
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Cast

Campbell Scott

Campbell Scott

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