Those About to Die

2024 - 7 - 19

Discover the Epic Saga of Those About to Die: Gladiators, Emperors, and Intrigue

Ancient Rome - Anthony Hopkins - Emperors - Game of Thrones - Gladiators - Power Struggles - TV series

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Are you ready to journey back to ancient Rome in the new TV series - Those About to Die? Created by Robert Rodat and directed by Roland Emmerich, this epic 10-part saga delves into the lives of gladiators, emperors, and powerful figures. Starring Anthony Hopkins, Tom Hughes, and Jojo Macari, the show promises a mix of action, drama, and historical flair. Expect heaving bosoms, gladiators in thongs, and a Rome full of blood, sweat, and suspense.

The series, a blood-and-suds appetizer for Gladiator II, offers a bombastic Roman drama experience unlike any other. Anthony Hopkins shines as the ageing emperor Vespasian, delivering ominous aphorisms that set the tone for the thrilling narrative. With a mix of action-packed scenes and gripping storytelling, Those About to Die is a swords-and-sandals success that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

For history buffs and fans of ancient Rome, Those About to Die provides a captivating glimpse into the world of gladiators and power struggles in the Roman Empire. From the Mad Men effect to the all-action drama, this series is a must-watch for those craving a mix of historical accuracy and entertainment.

With Peacock's release of Those About to Die, starring Anthony Hopkins and Iwan Rheon, the gladiator series offers a fresh take on ancient Rome, blending commentary on our modern world with the timeless allure of gladiator battles and political intrigue. Dive into the epic saga of Those About to Die and experience the thrill of ancient Rome like never before!

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Those About to Die TV review — sword-and-sandals epic is a ... (Financial Times)

Created by Robert Rodat and directed by apocalypse aficionado Roland Emmerich, Those About to Die is a sprawling 10-part saga following figures from different ...

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Those About to Die review: Anthony Hopkins swords and sandals ... (The Independent)

The Prime Video epic, also starring Tom Hughes and Jojo Macari, depicts a Rome full of heaving bosoms and gladiators wearing little more than a thong, ...

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'Those About to Die' is blood-and-suds appetizer for 'Gladiator II' (Houston Chronicle)

It's no 'Rome,' 'I, Claudius' or 'Xena: Warrior Princess,' but this series with Anthony Hopkins has just enough blood and suds to make it entertaining.

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Those About to Die review: 'Swords-and-sandals Succession ... (The Scotsman)

Anthony Hopkins presides over ​bombastic all-action Roman drama Those About to Die, while the Mad Men effect is still evident in Lady in the Lake, ...

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The Real History Behind 'Those About To Die', Explained (esquire.com)

It stars Anthony Hopkins as the ageing emperor Vespasian, a fragile ruler and dispenser of ominous aphorisms like “life has little value in Rome” or “this arena ...

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Ancient Rome Drama Set In The World Of Gladiators Gets Rotten ... (Screen Rant)

Peacock's Those About to Die, starring Anthony Hopkins and Game of Thrones' Iwan Rheon, debuts on Rotten Tomatoes ahead of its official premiere.

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Those About To Die: What the new gladiator series is really about ... (The National)

Actors Iwan Rheon, Sara Martins and Johannes Haukur Johannesson say the show set in ancient Rome is a commentary on our current world.

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Breaking Down How Those About to Die and Vikings: Valhalla ... (Us Weekly)

Both historic groups have notable figures and iconic family dynasties whose power reigned for generations. While Those About to Die focuses on gladiators, the ...

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Those About To Die is praised by fans who say they are 'hooked ... (Daily Mail)

A new drama series named Those About To Die received mixed reviews from fans on Friday as some compared it to Game Of Thrones while others described it as a ...

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Those About To Die Ending Explained: Who Sits On The Throne Of ... (Screen Rant)

Emperor Vespasian's sons, Titus and Domitian, vie for power with schemes and betrayal as tensions rise in Rome. Characters like gladiator Kwame, trader Cala, ...

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Those About to Die review: Anthony Hopkins sleepwalks through ... (The Indian Express)

Those About to Die review: Peacock's 10-episode period drama, out on Prime Video in India, is Hollywood's overlong, overpopulated, and overcomplicated ...

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Ignore the reviews — Those About to Die is the best show worth ... (What's On TV)

Despite its middling reviews, Those About to Die is a fun action-packed historical show that's worth a watch.

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What Is Those About To Die's Year Of Four Emperors? Real History ... (Screen Rant)

The show's exploration of gladiatorial combat in Rome provides a glimpse into the dark underbelly of Roman entertainment. Peacock's ancient Rome epic Those ...

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'Those About to Die' series review: Anthony Hopkins cannot save ... (The Hindu)

Roland Emmerich has failed to turn this story of a fraternal power struggle, an ailing emperor, food riots, crooks and conmen, slaves and obsession, ...

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Those About To Die Season 2 Seemingly Confirmed By Director ... (Screen Rant)

Those About To Die season 2 is seemingly confirmed in candid remarks by filmmaker Roland Emmerich, who directed five of the show's ten episodes.

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Gladiator drama Those About to Die sheds light on Berber ... (The National)

British-Yemeni actor Moe Hashim says series offers rare insight into history of North Africa's Numidian community.

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