Roman Empire – Season 2
Director: John Ealer (credited for Season 2 direction)
Cast: Steve West (Narrator), Ditch Davey (Julius Caesar), Tim Carlsen (Mark Antony), Natalie Medlock (Servilia), Ben Black (Brutus), Stephen Lovatt (Pompey), Wesley Dowdell (Crassus), Andrew Robertt (Cato), Taylor Hall (Young Caesar), Jessica Green (Cleopatra), Errol Shand (Vercingetorix), Phoenix Connolly (Julia), Mana Hira Davis (Spartacus), Greg Stockwell (Roman Senator)
“Roman Empire – Season 2: Julius Caesar: Master of Rome” is a gripping docudrama that mixes cinematic reenactments with expert commentary to chronicle the meteoric rise and tragic downfall of Julius Caesar, set against the tense final days of the Roman Republic. Directed by John Ealer, this five-part chapter premiered on July 27, 2018 and offers viewers a dramatic and immersive journey into ancient political machinations WikipediaWikipedia.
Each episode, lasting around 44 minutes, unfolds a pivotal chapter in Caesar’s life:
- The Triumvirate — Caesar’s growing political influence sparks rivalry with Pompey and Crassus.
- The Great Conqueror — His military triumphs expand his popularity, but his ambition sows division.
- Crossing the Rubicon — A fateful decision marks the point of no return, igniting civil war.
- Queen of the Nile — In Egypt, Caesar allies with Cleopatra amid the fallout of Pompey’s demise.
- The Ides of March — Despite his public acclaim, his consolidation of power and reforms alarm senators, setting the stage for conspiracy and assassination WikipediaIMDb+1Rotten Tomatoes.
Narrated by Steve West, the series incorporates insights from historians while dramatizing Caesar’s strategic genius, ideological conflicts, and personal relationships—including those with Mark Antony, Brutus, Cato, and Cleopatra. The visuals, while praised for their theatrical quality, have drawn mixed reactions regarding historical accuracy IMDbRotten Tomatoes.
With a 7.0/10 IMDb score and an 81% JustWatch rating, the season offers an engaging, stylized exploration of one of history’s most pivotal figures
“Roman Empire – Season 2: Julius Caesar: Master of Rome” is a gripping docudrama that mixes cinematic reenactments with expert commentary to chronicle the meteoric rise and tragic downfall of Julius Caesar, set against the tense final days of the Roman Republic. Directed by John Ealer, this five-part chapter premiered on July 27, 2018 and offers viewers a dramatic and immersive journey into ancient political machinations WikipediaWikipedia.
Each episode, lasting around 44 minutes, unfolds a pivotal chapter in Caesar’s life:
- The Triumvirate — Caesar’s growing political influence sparks rivalry with Pompey and Crassus.
- The Great Conqueror — His military triumphs expand his popularity, but his ambition sows division.
- Crossing the Rubicon — A fateful decision marks the point of no return, igniting civil war.
- Queen of the Nile — In Egypt, Caesar allies with Cleopatra amid the fallout of Pompey’s demise.
- The Ides of March — Despite his public acclaim, his consolidation of power and reforms alarm senators, setting the stage for conspiracy and assassination WikipediaIMDb+1Rotten Tomatoes.
Narrated by Steve West, the series incorporates insights from historians while dramatizing Caesar’s strategic genius, ideological conflicts, and personal relationships—including those with Mark Antony, Brutus, Cato, and Cleopatra. The visuals, while praised for their theatrical quality, have drawn mixed reactions regarding historical accuracy IMDbRotten Tomatoes.
With a 7.0/10 IMDb score and an 81% JustWatch rating, the season offers an engaging, stylized exploration of one of history’s most pivotal figures