Rome (2005)
Kernel Score: 90% · 1,443 ratings
Genres: Action & Adventure, Drama
First aired: 2005-08-28
Seasons: 2 · 22 episodes
Where to watch Rome
- Stream: HBO Max
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A down-to-earth account of the lives of both illustrious and ordinary Romans set in the last days of the Roman Republic.
Rome parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Rome is a TV-MA historical drama depicting political betrayal, rise to power, and violence in the last days of the Roman Republic.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Set amid soldiers, betrayal, and the violent power struggles of ancient Rome.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Kevin McKidd as Lucius Vorenus
- Ray Stevenson as Titus Pullo
- Ciarán Hinds as Julius Caesar
- James Purefoy as Mark Antony
- Polly Walker as Atia of the Julii
- Tobias Menzies as Marcus Junius Brutus
- Lindsay Duncan as Servilia of the Junii
- Nicholas Woodeson as Posca
- Kerry Condon as Octavia of the Julii
- David Bamber as Marcus Tullius Cicero
Rome FAQ
Is Rome good?
Rome has a 90% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,443 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Rome?
In the US you can stream Rome on HBO Max and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is Rome OK for kids?
Rome is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Rome is a TV-MA historical drama depicting political betrayal, rise to power, and violence in the last days of the Roman Republic.
What shows are like Rome?
If you liked Rome, try The Terminal List, I, Claudius, The Day of the Jackal and See.