July 23rd 2024.
Next on the list is a highly praised series that takes place in Ancient Rome. It's called Those About to Die and has been deemed a 'masterpiece' by some viewers. This Amazon Prime show is based on the 1958 novel by Daniel P. Mannix with the same name, which also served as inspiration for Ridley Scott's film Gladiator in 2000. The ten-part series is set in the corrupt world of 79AD, with Anthony Hopkins playing the role of Roman Emperor Vespasian and Game of Thrones star Iwan Rheon portraying the ambitious crime boss Tenax.
During this time, Rome is the wealthiest city in the world and is experiencing a surge of slaves from the growing empire. The population is becoming increasingly bored, restless, and violent. However, the citizens are kept in check by the promise of free food and captivating entertainment, such as chariot races, animal combat, and gladiator fights. These events are controlled by four powerful corporations, and shares in these companies are highly coveted in Rome.
Many viewers have praised the new series Those About to Die as a 'masterpiece'. As the thirst for bloodshed grows, the iconic Colosseum is built and becomes the center of a thriving underworld where betting is the key to wealth and fortune. Unfortunately, this also means that thousands of lives are sacrificed in the name of entertainment. After watching the series, many viewers have expressed their amazement and excitement.
One viewer, Queenie, wrote on X, "Those About to Die is a masterpiece. It's like Spartacus and Rome from the early 2000s but with a modern twist. The writing and acting are superb, and I can't help but be on the edge of my seat every episode. You all did that!" The series also stars Sara Martins from Death in Paradise as the ruthless trader Cala and Rupert Penry-Jones as retired general Marsus.
Despite inevitable comparisons to Gladiator, fans are still encouraging others to give this series a chance. One viewer shared, "Those About to Die on Peacock is amazing. If you loved the earlier seasons of Game of Thrones, you'll love this show. I've been binging it for the past two days, and I can't get enough." Ahead of the release, Anthony Hopkins stated that Ancient Rome was much like our present situation – total chaos. "Politicians and leaders claim to have all the answers, but they don't. Chaos has always been a part of human nature," he said.
Those About to Die is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, and viewers are raving about it. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, we would love to hear from you. Get in touch with The Agency entertainment team by emailing us or visiting our Submit Stuff page.
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