Peacock has announced a direct order for the series Those who are about to die. Based on the nonfiction classic by Daniel Mannixthe large-scale gladiator epic of ancient Rome will be directed by Roland Emmerich which should be a great choice. The drama is set in the complex and corrupt world of gladiator sports and will introduce a diverse set of characters across the many strata of Roman society. Sports, politics and business will intersect and collide in dramatic ways. Emmerich says:
“The mighty Roman Empire has always fascinated me, especially its huge games that entertained the masses through the spectacle at the monumental Colosseum. At its core, this is a sporting epic driven by strong and diverse characters who explore paths to glory, falls from grace, and the need to belong to something greater than themselves. Sports in these ancient times were thrilling and massive then as they are today, and I am thrilled to partner with my partners, Peacock, High End Productions, Hollywood Gang and AGC Studios, in bringing this rich world of blood, sweat and tears to life. television”.
The show looks like it should be really cool, I’ll be interested in checking this out when it comes out.
by Anna Williams
Source: Geek Tyrant
