The second and final season of HBO’ Rome has come to DVD. The exciting second half is continuously packed with empires feared fallen and the smell of blood signals victory or does it?

The second half concludes with the death of Cesar and the announcing of the heir Octavian although Mark Anthony acts as if he is in total control of the entire Roman Empire. The young heir however grows weary and begins to take his newly found position seriously.

Set in 44 B.C. Rome takes on a bit of brash crack a smile humor in between the mockery, whores and tyranny. The DVD offers a bit more excitement than the actual series. The extra features on the 5 Disc set include: 

·         “All Roads Lead to Rome” – Interactive onscreen guide prepared by the series’ co-producer/historical consultant Jonathan Stamp.

·         “A Tale of 2 Romes” – Ancient Rome was two different cities for two different classes. See how the patricians and the plebs differed in all matters, from job to recreation to religion.

·         “The Making of Rome: Second Season” – Take a tour of the production  of the epic series, from costumes to sets to special effects, plus a detailed look at the Battle of Philippi.

·         “The Rise of Octavian: Rome’s First Emperor” – The larger than life story of the cunning boy who became the first powerful man in Rome.

·         “Antony & Cleopatra” – A revealing look at one of the most famous love affairs of all time.

·         Five Audio Commentaries:

o   Episode 1: Bruno Heller (co-creator/executive producer) and Jonathan Stamp (co-producer/historical consultant)

o   Episode 7: John Maybury (director, The Jacket) and Lindsay Duncan (Servilia)

o   Episode  8: Carl Franklin (director, Devil in a Blue Dress) and John Melfi (executive producer)

o Episode 10: Bruno Heller (co-creator/executive producer) and Jonathan Stamp (co-producer/historical consultant)

Street Date: August 7, 2007

Runtime: 600 Minutes