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Rome: Rise and Fall of an Empire

Season 1 Episode 13: The Last Emperor

Orestes launches a crusade to rid Rome of foreign cultural influences, striving to revive its ancient heritage.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 2 Spartacus

2. Spartacus

Aired: Oct 6, 2008

A ruthless mercenary, Spartacus, is poised to ignite destruction in Italy's c...

Episode 3 Julius Caesar

3. Julius Caesar

Aired: Oct 13, 2008

The fate of the Roman Empire hangs in the balance as Julius Caesar's pursuit ...

Episode 4 The Forest of Death

4. The Forest of Death

Aired: Oct 20, 2008

A pivotal moment in history unfolds as skilled warrior Chieftain Arminius, tr...

Episode 6 The Dacian Wars

6. The Dacian Wars

Aired: Nov 2, 2008

The Roman Empire faces a crisis as Dacian tribes launch brutal military attac...

Episode 8 Wrath of the Gods

8. Wrath of the Gods

Aired: Nov 16, 2008

A powerful and growing Christian movement emerges, posing a significant threa...

Episode 9 The Soldiers' Emperor

9. The Soldiers' Emperor

Aired: Nov 23, 2008

Aurelian's swift and decisive actions earn him the prestigious title "Restore...

Episode 12 The Puppet Master

12. The Puppet Master

Aired: Dec 14, 2008

A struggle for power unfolds as three ambitious leaders, Ricimer, Aegidius, a...

Episode 13 The Last Emperor

13. The Last Emperor

Aired: Dec 21, 2008

Orestes launches a crusade to rid Rome of foreign cultural influences, strivi...

Info about Rome: Rise and Fall of an Empire

Current Status: Ended

Network: History

Production Country: United States

Genres:War, Documentary, History