Two Roman soldiers are caught up in the historical events of an era that included the death of a republic and the birth of an empire. They encounter war, political intrigue, assassinations, family tragedies and more, all while surrounded by historical figures such as Gaius Julius Caesar, Mark Antony, Gaius Octavian and Cleopatra.
- Starring: Kevin McKidd, Ray Stevenson, Polly Walker, James Purefoy, Tobias Menzies
- TV Network: HBO
- Premiere Date: Aug 28, 2005
- Genre: History
- Executive producers: Bruno Heller, William J. Macdonald, John Milius, Anne Thomopoulos, Frank Doelger, Lucy Richer