: While the show condenses approximately 20 years of history into two seasons, it is noted for its accurate portrayal of Roman culture, including religion, slavery, and social dynamics, even while taking creative liberties with specific historical timelines and character relationships.
: Follows historical figures like Mark Antony (James Purefoy), the manipulative Atia of the Julii (Polly Walker), and Caesar's rival Pompey Magnus (Kenneth Cranham).
: After defeating Pompey, Caesar pursues him to Egypt, where he encounters Cleopatra (Lyndsey Marshal) and intervenes in her struggle for the throne. Rome - Season 1
The Epix dramatic series 'Pennyworth' has added Polly Walker (The Mentalist, Rome) to its season one cast in a recurring role. Polly Walker
: Vorenus faces a difficult homecoming as he discovers his wife Niobe (Indira Varma) has a secret child, while Pullo navigates the underworld of Rome. Production and Reception : While the show condenses approximately 20 years
Watch this detailed breakdown of the historical context and character arcs in Rome's first season: History Buffs: Rome Season One History Buffs YouTube• Aug 18, 2017 Season One | HBO Rome Wiki | Fandom
Buy & Watch Rome: Season 1 | Fandango at Home (Vudu) Episodes (13) HBO presents Season One of this epic series about generals and soldiers, masters and slaves and husbands and wives-- Ciarán Hinds The Epix dramatic series 'Pennyworth' has added Polly
: The show was an ambitious and costly co-production between HBO and the BBC, filmed on elaborate sets at Cinecittà Studios in Italy. It is praised for its "lived-in" feel, depicting Rome as a vibrant, squalid, and colorful city rather than the pristine marble version often seen in Hollywood.