Rome (2005)
Ordinary Romans navigate gritty, epic adventures as the Republic's final days unfold with measured drama.
A down-to-earth account of the lives of both illustrious and ordinary Romans set in the last days of the Roman Republic.
How intense is Rome?
Rome has graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated TV-MA.
What Rome feels like
- Tone
- grittyepic
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Rome
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 9, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Rome for you?
Is Rome scary?
No. Rome is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Rome gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is Rome sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Rome OK for kids?
It is rated TV-MA, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
Where can I stream Rome?
Rome is streaming on Max.
Does Rome have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
Cast and crew
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