Those About to Die launch date and how to watch for free on Amazon Prime
manchestereveningnews.co.ukAmazon Prime Video is set to captivate audiences with its latest epic drama, Those About to Die, plunging viewers into the treacherous realm of gladiatorial contests.
Boasting a stellar ensemble including Anthony Hopkins, Iwan Rheon, Tom Hughes, Sara Martins, Jojo Macari, Moe Hashim, Johannes Haukur Johannesson, and Rupert Penry-Jones, the series promises high stakes and intense performances.
Transporting us back to 79 AD Rome, Those About to Die is the brainchild of Robert Rodat, known for Saving Private Ryan, and draws inspiration from Daniel Mannix's renowned non-fiction work bearing the same title.
The official synopsis sets the stage: "Those About to Die is an epic drama set in the corrupt world of the spectacle-driven gladiatorial competition, exploring a side of ancient Rome never before told - the dirty business of entertaining the masses, giving the mob what they want most...blood and sport." "The series introduces an ensemble of characters from all corners of the Roman Empire who collide at the explosive intersection of sports, politics, and dynasties." The burning question remains: when will Those About to Die make its grand debut, how many episodes can we anticipate, and is there a way to watch it for free?
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