Colosseum: how Christianity divided the Roman Empire

An underground spiritual movement known as Christianity begins to spread across the empire. See more in this clip from Season 1, /"The Martyr./"

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The eight-part series vividly brings to life the rise and fall of the Roman Empire through the prism of one of the most exhilarating and brutal arenas in human history: the Coliseum. From the wild truth of a gladiator's life as a slave warrior to the fascinating way Rome's emperors used the vast amphitheater to demonstrate their total power, "Colosseum/" offers viewers a unique and personal look at the he most iconic empire in history. Each episode identifies one of eight key and diverse characters, all based on real people from the story. Spanning several hundred years, the series unfolds chronologically, from the arena's astonishing opening day to its very last matches. /"Colosseum/" uses dramatic live action sequences and special effects to inject excitement into the personal narrative of each historical figure. The premium series features commentary from leading experts, world-renowned academics and more.

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