Julius Caesar: The Making of a Dictator

The Republic

Julius Caesar is a middle-ranking Senator in the Roman Republic. Most countries of the time are ruled by Kings, but Rome prides itself on being governed on republican principles. Caesar, ambitious to progress his career, is determined to secure himself the most powerful position in the Senate: that of Consul.

The Republic

2m 50s

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    Ides of March

    S1 E3 - 54m 32s

    As Caesar takes control of Rome and consolidates his grip over the Republic, his ambition turns to tyranny. A handful of senators plot to end his rule in the only way they can: by taking his life. But will it be enough to save the Republic?

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    Veni Vidi Vici

    S1 E2 - 54m 16s

    Events beyond Caesar’s control threaten to unravel his plans, and leave him isolated. Pushed into a corner, he makes a decision that will change the course of the Republic – and western history – forever.

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    High Priest

    S1 E1 - 54m 23s

    Caesar enters into dangerous alliances and bends the rules of the Republic in his bid to become Consul: the highest political position in Rome. But one man – Cato – is hellbent on bringing him down.

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