Richard Lopez
Director
Roman Empire (2016)
Commodus: Reign of Blood
This stylish mix of documentary and historical epic chronicles the reign of Commodus, the emperor whose rule marked the beginning of Rome's fall.
Released Nov. 11, 2016
Episode 44 min
14+
Genres: Biography, Documentary, Drama
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Watch Providers: Netflix, Hoopla, The Great Courses Amazon Channel
Production Companies: Stephen David Entertainment
Network: Netflix
Country: United States
Languages:
English
6.7
S1E1 - Born in the Purple
Fighting an implacable enemy in Germany, Marcus Aurelius trains his decadent son Commodus to succeed him, while rumor and intrigues brew back in Rome.
Nov. 11, 2016, midnight
7.0
S1E2 - The Making of an Emperor
The Germanic tribes strike as Marcus Aurelius succumbs to disease, leaving a skeptical Emperor Commodus to prosecute a war that doesn't interest him.
Nov. 11, 2016, midnight
6.9
S1E3 - Enemy of the Senate
Commodus rises to power as Rome's new emperor, but not everyone supports his ascent. Among those conspiring against him: his older sister Lucilla.
Nov. 11, 2016, midnight
6.9
S1E4 - Rome is Burning
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.
Nov. 11, 2016, midnight
7.4
S1E5 - Fight for Glory
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.
Nov. 11, 2016, midnight
7.3
S1E6 - 14 Days Of Blood
Lavish imperial games at the Colosseum are highlighted by the emperor's bloody victories, but his paranoid abuses of power lead to a final betrayal.
Nov. 11, 2016, midnight
Network: Netflix
Episode Runtime: 44 min.
Season Runtime: 661 min.
Released: Nov. 11, 2016
Last Air Date: April 5, 2019, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: TV-14 / 14+
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