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Anthony Hopkins' Those About to Die: When does the gladiator series premiere?

Those About to Die is the upcoming gladiator series that will hit the screen to compete directly with the Gladiator sequel, starring Anthony Hopkins. Check here for the release date and an episode guide.

Anthony Hopkins in Those About to Die.
© @DiscussingFilmAnthony Hopkins in Those About to Die.

Anthony Hopkins is back on screen and the renowned actor will be one of the protagonists in the period drama that will arrive to compete directly with Gladiator 2, the highly anticipated sequel starring Paul Mescal.

Those About to Die” is the new series from Peacock that will explore an untold facet of Rome: the dirty business of entertaining the masses, giving the mob what it wants most, blood and sport.

The first season is set to premiere in mid-2024 and each episode will not only be set in the majestic yet dangerous backdrop of the Roman Colosseum but will also feature a star-studded cast.

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When will Those About to Die be released?

Those About to Die is the upcoming dramatic series from Roland Emmerich (director of Independence Day) that promises to take viewers into the heart of the Roman Empire and will debut on Peacock on July 18th.

Anthony Hopkins will bring to life one of the main roles, Vespasian, in this story where corruption and ambition shape the destiny of the characters, portraying the glory and brutality of that era.

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The plot is inspired by the homonymous work of Daniel Mannix and the cast includes talented individuals such as Kyle Rowe, Giulia Nunnari, Angeliqa Devi, Lara Wolf, Bruno Bilotta and Mia McGovern Zaini.

Those About to Die Season 1 | Episode Guide

The first season of “Those About to Die” will consist of a total of ten episodes, all of which will be released together on the streaming platform, meaning there will be no need to wait to find out the ending.

Each installment of the TV show will be filled with action, historical battles, complex characters and of course, a lot of Roman chaos and drama. Here, check the release date and the names of each episode:

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  • Episode 1 | TBA – July 18
  • Episode 2 | TBA – July 18
  • Episode 3 | TBA – July 18
  • Episode 4 | TBA – July 18
  • Episode 5 | TBA – July 18
  • Episode 6 | TBA – July 18
  • Episode 7 | TBA – July 18
  • Episode 8 | TBA – July 18
  • Episode 9 | TBA – July 18
  • Episode 10 | TBA – July 18

*The article will be updated as more information becomes available.

Ariadna, a Journalism graduate from Tea and Deportea in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is fluent in both English and Spanish. She has been a key member of the Spoiler US team since its inception in 2023, where she covers a wide range of topics including entertainment, cinema, interviews, television programs, lifestyle, celebrity news, influencers, streaming platforms, pop culture, and reality shows. Before her role at Spoiler US, Ariadna joined Bolavip US in 2022, contributing to a diverse array of content areas. Her career began in 2021 at Indie Emergente, a digital music magazine, and she has also written about various cultural events for Spoiler Latinoamerica in 2023. With over three years of experience in journalism across various media outlets, Ariadna continues to broaden her expertise and impact in the field.

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