Colosseum: The Builder (S1EP2 History Sunday July 24, 2022)

The Builder: Haterius, a master builder, is far from finished when he creates the Colosseum from the ruins of Nero’s Golden House. He is given the task of incorporating the hypogeum, a complicated network of underground tunnels, by the new emperor Domitian. Haterius will have to strike a balance between the intense pressure to complete an ancient architectural marvel in time for Domitian’s games and the unquenchable demands of the all-powerful Emperor. Failure might result in his death.

Airdate: Sunday July 24, 2022 at 21:00 on History

Season 1 Episode 2

The eight-part series vividly brings to life the rise and fall of the Roman Empire through the lens of one of the most exhilarating and brutal arenas in the history of humanity–the Colosseum. From the savage truth of a gladiator’s life as a slave-warrior to the fascinating ways Rome’s Emperors used the vast amphitheater to demonstrate total power, "Colosseum" offers viewers a unique and personal look inside history’s most iconic empire. Each episode pinpoints one of eight key and diverse characters–all based on real people from history. Spanning several hundred years, the series unfolds chronologically, from the arena’s astonishing opening day to its very last games. "Colosseum" utilizes dramatic live action sequences and special effects to infuse excitement into the personal narrative of each historic character. The premium series features commentary with leading experts, world-renowned scholars and more.