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Mood:
- AtmosphericCaptivatingCleverStylized
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Plot:
- BetrayalIntrigueRise To the TopConspiraciesPolitical IntriguePolitical UnrestDishonestyRivalry more...
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Genres:
- DramaHistoricalPeriodMini Series
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Time/Period:
- Ancient History
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Place:
- Roman EmpireRoyal Court
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Praise:
- Award WinnerCritically AcclaimedEssentialHit TV SeriesMasterpiecePrestigious AwardsEmmy Winner
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Style:
- EpicVoice Over
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Based on:
- Based on Book
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Attitudes:
- SeriousRealisticSlow
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I, Claudius, 1976
English, German
UK
Profile of I, Claudius
The mood of I, Claudius is atmospheric, captivating, and clever. The plot centers around political intrigue, conspiracies, and a rise to the top. It is a drama, period, and historical TV show. Stylistically, I, Claudius is a mini-series, is epic, and includes a voice over. In approach, it is serious and realistic. The pacing is slow. I, Claudius takes place, at least partly, at a royal court. The setting is the Roman Empire. It happens in ancient times. I, Claudius is based on a book. The TV show is known for being a hit series, a masterpiece, and essential viewing.
Summary of I, Claudius
Since its debut in 1976, I, CLAUDIUS has remained one of the BBC's most successful broadcasts, and stands as a high point for dramatic storytelling in the medium overall. The BAFTA- and Emmy-winning epic traces the rise and fall of the last Roman rulers as seen through the eyes of the elderly emperor Claudius (Derek Jacobi). Featuring celebrated performances by Patrick Stewart, John Rhys-Davies, Sian Phillips, and John Hurt, the 13-part series is gripping in its portrayal of cunning characters made bloodthirsty by their blinding desire for power.
Details
| Language: | English, German |
| Country: | UK |
| Release date: | 6 November 1977 |
| Runtime: | 650 min |
| Seasons: | 1 |
Cast and Crew
as Claudius 10 episodes, 1976
as Caligula 5 episodes, 1976
as Sejanus 4 episodes, 1976
as Livilla 4 episodes, 1976
as Livia 5 episodes, 1976
as Augustus 3 episodes, 1976
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