Those About to Die stars Anthony Hopkins as Emperor Vespasian, Iwan Rheon as Tenax, and Sara Martins as Cala. The series is an epic historical drama set in ancient Rome.
Main cast
- Emperor VespasianAnthony Hopkins1Main
- TenaxIwan Rheon1Main
- CalaSara Martins1Main
- DomitianJojo Macari1Main
- AntoniaGabriella Pession1Main
Supporting cast
- FlammaMoe Hashim1Supp
- TitusTom Hughes1Supp
- ScorpusDimitri Leonidas1Supp
- MarcusRupert Penry-Jones1Supp
- AedileEneko Sagardoy1Supp
- CassiusPepi Mena1Supp
- JewaGonçalo Almeida1Supp
Guest & voice
- MacerDavid Wurawa1Guest
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About this cast
Those About to Die is a 2024 historical drama series set in ancient Rome, focusing on the brutal world of gladiatorial combat and the political intrigues of the Flavian dynasty. The show follows a diverse cast of characters, from the Emperor Vespasian to the ambitious Tenax, as they navigate power, corruption, and survival in the Roman Empire.
FAQs
Who plays Emperor Vespasian in Those About to Die?
Anthony Hopkins plays Emperor Vespasian in Those About to Die.
What streaming service is Those About to Die on?
Those About to Die is available on Prime Video.
What year did Those About to Die premiere?
Those About to Die premiered in 2024.
How many seasons of Those About to Die are there?
As of now, There is one season of Those About to Die.
Is Those About to Die based on a true story?
Those About to Die is loosely based on historical events and characters from ancient Rome, particularly the reign of Emperor Vespasian and the world of gladiatorial combat.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026