Peacock has joined the “Gladiator” fever with its own take on the sword-and-sandal genre. Discover “Those About to Die,” a 10-episode series that has been eagerly devoured by users of the streamer.
Set in Rome in 79 AD, the show centers on Vespasian, the current emperor portrayed by Anthony Hopkins, who is nearing death and must decide which of his two sons, each with very different views on life and ruling, will take the throne.
Featuring a cast filled with many European actors, viewers are starting to recognize some familiar faces and wonder where they’ve seen them before. Here is a list of the main cast and their best-known titles.
‘Those About to Die’ (2024) Cast Members
Dimitri Leonidas as Scorpus
Dimitri Leonidas portrays Scorpus, the famous charioteer who raced for the Green faction and amassed 2,048 victories. Leonidas has starred in lead roles in “Centurion” and “The Monuments Men,” and had supporting roles in “Masters of the Air” and “Doctor Who.”
Jojo Macari as Domitian Flavianus
Jojo Macari plays Domitian, one of Vespasian’s two sons who is not initially expected to take the throne but finds a way to turn the tables in his favor. You might recognize him as Kyle from “Sex Education” or Gabriel from “Morbius.”
Gabriella Pession as Antonia
Gabriella Pession brings Antonia to life, the wife of one of Rome’s most renowned patricians, who seeks to wield as much power as she can. Pession is primarily recognized in Italy but has appeared in “Crossing Lines” and “The Red Door,” both of which received international acclaim.
Iwan Rheon as Tenax
Iwan Rheon portrays Tenax, a crime boss who rules the underworld of gladiatorial games and chariot races. He is perhaps the most well-known actor in the series, famous for his role as Ramsay Snow in “Game of Thrones” from Season 3 to 6.
Sara Martins-Court as Cala
Sara Martins-Court plays Cala, a Numidian trader who comes to Rome to reunite with her son after he was sold into the world of gladiators. While Martins-Court’s career is primarily based in France, she is known for her roles in “Tell No One,” “Paris, I Love You,” and “Little White Lies.”
Moe Hashim as Kwame
Moe Hashim portrays Cala’s son, Kwame, who enters the gladiatorial arena with the sole objective of reuniting with his mother. Hashim is best known for his role as Moe Bumbercatch in the beloved series “Ted Lasso.”
Tom Hughes as Titus Flavianus
Tom Hughes plays Titus Flavianus, a renowned military commander and the favored son to succeed his father as emperor. The Cheshire-born actor is well-known for his roles in “Cemetery Junction,” “About Time,” and “Infinite.”
