
Those About to Die
Rise or die.
Created by Robert Rodat
On Peacock
A violent, high-energy period drama set in the gladiatorial arena where power, corruption, and survival collide across Roman society's hierarchies.
Within the spectacular, complex and corrupt world of gladiatorial sports in Ancient Rome, follow an ensemble of diverse characters across the many layers of Roman society where sports, politics and business intersect and collide.
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Questions people ask
Is Those About to Die violent? Yes, very. More violent than 98% of series.
Is Those About to Die scary? Yes. More frightening than 79% of series.
Is Those About to Die easy watching? Barely. Less comforting than 75% of series.
Does Those About to Die leave you hopeful? Not especially. Less hopeful than 73% of series.
Is Those About to Die sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Those About to Die
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Those About to Die
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Those About to Die, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Those About to Die, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Those About to Die, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































