Episodes
1. Born in the Purple
6.7
November 11, 2016
49 min
Fighting an implacable enemy in Germany, Marcus Aurelius trains his decadent son Commodus to succeed him, while rumor and intrigues brew back in Rome.
2. The Making of an Emperor
7.0
November 11, 2016
44 min
The Germanic tribes strike as Marcus Aurelius succumbs to disease, leaving a skeptical Emperor Commodus to prosecute a war that doesn't interest him.
3. Enemy of the Senate
6.9
November 11, 2016
49 min
Commodus rises to power as Rome's new emperor, but not everyone supports his ascent. Among those conspiring against him: his older sister Lucilla.
4. Rome is Burning
6.9
November 11, 2016
45 min
Commodus defeats his sister's coup but withdraws from governing, allowing other to amass power while he engages in an affair and banishes his wife.
5. Fight for Glory
7.4
November 11, 2016
49 min
A disastrous grain shortage reaveals Cleander's treachery and leaves Commodus isolated, inspiring him to trains as a gladiator in a bid to unite Rome.
