Rome - Season 1 May 2026

: While the show condenses approximately 20 years of history into two seasons, it is noted for its accurate portrayal of Roman culture, including religion, slavery, and social dynamics, even while taking creative liberties with specific historical timelines and character relationships.

The Epix dramatic series 'Pennyworth' has added Polly Walker (The Mentalist, Rome) to its season one cast in a recurring role. Polly Walker

: Returning to Rome as a hero, Caesar is named "Dictator for Life," leading to increasing tension and the eventual conspiracy led by Brutus (Tobias Menzies) and Cassius (Guy Henry).

: Follows historical figures like Mark Antony (James Purefoy), the manipulative Atia of the Julii (Polly Walker), and Caesar's rival Pompey Magnus (Kenneth Cranham).

: The season begins with Caesar's victory in Gaul and his subsequent decision to cross the Rubicon, sparking a civil war against Pompey and the traditionalist faction of the Senate.

: After defeating Pompey, Caesar pursues him to Egypt, where he encounters Cleopatra (Lyndsey Marshal) and intervenes in her struggle for the throne.

The first season of the HBO miniseries Rome is about Caesar's rise and fall. He's portrayed by Ciarán Hinds. Ciarán Hinds Polly Walker

: Centers on two soldiers of the 13th Legion, Lucius Vorenus (Kevin McKidd) and Titus Pullo (Ray Stevenson). While these characters are based on real soldiers mentioned in Caesar's writings, their personal stories in the show are largely fictionalized to serve as a lens through which the audience experiences major historical events. Key Plot Arcs

: While the show condenses approximately 20 years of history into two seasons, it is noted for its accurate portrayal of Roman culture, including religion, slavery, and social dynamics, even while taking creative liberties with specific historical timelines and character relationships.

The Epix dramatic series 'Pennyworth' has added Polly Walker (The Mentalist, Rome) to its season one cast in a recurring role. Polly Walker

: Returning to Rome as a hero, Caesar is named "Dictator for Life," leading to increasing tension and the eventual conspiracy led by Brutus (Tobias Menzies) and Cassius (Guy Henry).

: Follows historical figures like Mark Antony (James Purefoy), the manipulative Atia of the Julii (Polly Walker), and Caesar's rival Pompey Magnus (Kenneth Cranham).

: The season begins with Caesar's victory in Gaul and his subsequent decision to cross the Rubicon, sparking a civil war against Pompey and the traditionalist faction of the Senate.

: After defeating Pompey, Caesar pursues him to Egypt, where he encounters Cleopatra (Lyndsey Marshal) and intervenes in her struggle for the throne.

The first season of the HBO miniseries Rome is about Caesar's rise and fall. He's portrayed by Ciarán Hinds. Ciarán Hinds Polly Walker

: Centers on two soldiers of the 13th Legion, Lucius Vorenus (Kevin McKidd) and Titus Pullo (Ray Stevenson). While these characters are based on real soldiers mentioned in Caesar's writings, their personal stories in the show are largely fictionalized to serve as a lens through which the audience experiences major historical events. Key Plot Arcs