Introduction

Empire is an American historical television series for ABC. It is an historical drama set in 44 BC Rome, and covers the struggle of a young Octavius (Santiago Cabrera), the nephew and heir of Julius Caesar, to become the first emperor of Rome.

Octavius is helped in his quest by a fictitious gladiator called Tyrannus (Jonathan Cake).

Also known as Rome: Blood and Sand (UK alternative title).

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Outline

Atia, the sister of Caesar and mother of Octavian, is coerced by the senate to reveal the contents of the late general’s will – which discloses the fact that he has named Octavian as his successor. This makes him a target for Brutus and Cassius and the other conspirators but Mark Antony is also disappointed by the news. Tyrannus sees Octavian as his responsibility and the pair agree to flee Rome.

Empire Series

You can find a full index and overview of Empire here.

Production & Filming Details

• Release Date: 28 June 2005.
• Running Time: 60 minutes.
• Rating: TV-14.
• Country: US.
• Language: English.

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