A “Julius Caesar: The Making of a Dictator,” three-part BBC-produced historical docudrama is coming to PBS. The story of a power grab that saw Julius Caesar consolidate the vast Roman Republic in his own hands, the series is told through the eyes of an expert cast of British and American historians, scholars, and political operatives (including a former head of MI5).
The series premieres on three consecutive Tuesdays, April 2–April 16, 2024, 9:00-10:00 p.m. ET (check local listings) on PBS, PBS.org and the PBS App.
In the premiere episode, entitled “High Priest,” features Caesar’s rise as he seeks to become Consul, the highest political position in Rome. He forms dangerous alliances and bends the rules of the Republic, courting the popular vote, exploiting division, and using bribery and intimidation to get his own way. But his unconventional approach to politics and disregard for established customs sets him at odds with the conservative elite within the Senate. And one man — Cato — is determined to bring him down.
All three episodes of “Julius Caesar: The Making of a Dictator” will be available to stream on all station-branded PBS platforms, including PBS.org and the PBS App, available on iOS, Android, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Samsung Smart TV, Chromecast and VIZIO and is narrated by Janet McTeer. Featuring Andonis James Anthony as Julius Caesar.
