History of the ancient Roman Empire.
Follow the story of General Marius, who transformed the Roman army and sent shock waves through Rome by offering dictatorship or annihilation. (S1, ep 1)
As the Roman generals lead their mighty legions into the lands surrounding Italy, none could anticipate the turmoil caused by one bold mercenary - Spartacus. (S1, ep 2)
As the Roman Republic churns with civil war, Julius Caesar, desperate for fame and honour, embarks on a brutal campaign to annex Gaul and build his own reputation. (S1, ep 3)
As the Roman Empire expands its reaches into what is now Germany, its legions are faced with ferocious Germanic tribesmen. (S1, ep 4)
It is 47 AD. Emperor Claudius is considered a village idiot and can only hang onto his throne by waging a spectacular conquest. He chooses Britannia. (S1, ep 5)
Dacian Wars: As expansive military campaigns and raids by Dacian tribes begin to test the Roman Empire's finances, pressure builds on Emperor Domitian. (S1, ep 6)
Marcus Aurelius inherits a rapidly growing Roman Empire, embroiled in a war on two fronts. But can he bring peace and prosperity back to the Empire? (S1, ep 7)
With the civil war raging on, there's a new challenge ahead for Rome: the rise of the new religion of Christianity. The Empire is invaded by the Goths. (S1, ep 8)
With an empire ripped apart by civil war, Rome welcomes an extraordinary new emperor: Aurelian, rising from the rank of soldier to fight for his city. (S1, ep 9)
A new emperor with a huge vision and undeniable power slowly gains control of the entire Roman empire following the end of the civil wars. (S1, ep 10)
Violence erupts as the Romans and Barbarians try to co-exist in the empire. The Goths rebel under the leadership of Alaric, a man they call king. (S1, ep 11)
With Roman rulers now at the mercy of the barbarians, three Roman generals compete to become emperor - but one's savage strategy comes out on top. (S1, ep 12)
The series ends with a look at the demise of the Roman Empire. Despite efforts from the last emperor, the Romans become outnumbered by foreign invaders. (S1, ep 13)