Mothers, Murderers and Mistresses: Empresses of Ancient Rome

Series Overview

This gripping documentary-drama series delves into the scandalous, powerful, and often deadly lives of the women who ruled the Roman Empire from the shadows and the throne. Blending cinematic historical re-enactments with expert commentary, the show explores how influential figures like Livia Drusilla, Agrippina the Younger, and Messalina wielded immense political influence. They navigated a treacherous world of imperial court intrigue, poisonings, alliances, and betrayals to secure power for themselves and their dynasties.