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Ides of March
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Season 1 Episode 3
Ides of March
Caesar’s ambition turns to tyranny, and a handful of senators plot his downfall.
Veni Vidi Vici
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Season 1 Episode 2
Veni Vidi Vici
Events beyond Caesar’s control threaten to unravel his plans, and leave him isolated.
High Priest
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Season 1 Episode 1
High Priest
Julius Caesar tears up the rulebook in his quest to become Rome’s greatest man.
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Nearly 5 centuries of ancient Roman democracy was overthrown in just 16 years by one man.
Julius Caesar: The Making of a Dictator Season 1
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Caesar’s ambition turns to tyranny, and a handful of senators plot his downfall.
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Episode 2 Preview
Events beyond Caesar’s control threaten to unravel his plans, and leave him isolated.
Fulvia Leads An Impromptu Funeral and the Senate Burns
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Fulvia Leads An Impromptu Funeral and the Senate Burns
The impromptu funeral of murdered Senator Clodius sets the Senate house on fire.
The Catiline Conspiracy
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The Catiline Conspiracy
After a planned coup is exposed, Rome’s Senators debate the fate of the conspirators.
The Republic
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The Republic
Caesar is a middle-ranking Senator, but with an eye on the top job: the Consulship.
Bona Dea
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Bona Dea
When a man invades a female-only ceremony at Caesar’s home, it threatens his career.
Not Standing In the Forum
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Not Standing In the Forum
When Caesar fails to stand for a delegation of Senators, it is seen as a symbolic moment.
Caesar Sorting Rome’s Problems
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Caesar Sorting Rome’s Problems
Caesar implements a program of reforms, even amending the Roman calendar.
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