Ancients Behaving Badly (2009): S01E01 – Caligula

Introduction Biography Documentary hosted by Tom McCamus, published by History Channel in 2009. The series brings to life the most brutal and feared leaders of the ancient world. Outline The story and psychological analysis of Roman Emperor Caligula. This young Roman emperor had a fearsome reputation as a sadist, a murderer… and a raving lunatic.Ordinary…

Andrew Marshall

25/07/2022

1 minute

Biography, History, Military Documentary

Introduction

Biography Documentary hosted by Tom McCamus, published by History Channel in 2009.

The series brings to life the most brutal and feared leaders of the ancient world.

Outline

The story and psychological analysis of Roman Emperor Caligula. This young Roman emperor had a fearsome reputation as a sadist, a murderer… and a raving lunatic.
Ordinary people loved Caligula because he provided them entertainment, gladiatorial battles, horse races, and public executions. However, the young emperor also had a dark side.

Ancients Behaving Badly Series

You can find a full index and overview of Ancients Behaving Badly here.

Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 06 November 2009.
Rating: TV-PG.
Running Time: 44 minutes (per episode).
Country: US.
Language: English.