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Ancient Rome: The Rise and Fall of an Empire

Season 1 Episode 2: Caesar

Julius Caesar's rise to power is driven by his impressive military victories, which ultimately prompt him to challenge traditional norms and pursue the ultimate goal of becoming ruler, setting his sights on his former ally Pompey.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Nero

1. Nero

Aired: Sep 21, 2006

A devastating fire rages through Rome for six days in July AD 64, putting the...

Episode 2 Caesar

2. Caesar

Aired: Sep 26, 2006

Julius Caesar's rise to power is driven by his impressive military victories,...

Episode 3 Revolution

3. Revolution

Aired: Oct 5, 2006

A politician's unchecked ambition sparks a chain reaction that alters the fat...

Episode 4 Rebellion

4. Rebellion

Aired: Oct 12, 2006

As the Roman Empire teeters on the brink of collapse following Nero's downfal...

Episode 5 Constantine

5. Constantine

Aired: Oct 18, 2006

Constantine's reign transforms history as he issues the Edict of Milan, putti...

Episode 6 The Fall of Rome

6. The Fall of Rome

Aired: Oct 26, 2006

The final chapter of the saga arrives as the dwindling forces of the empire f...

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Info about Ancient Rome: The Rise and Fall of an Empire

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC One

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Drama, Documentary, History