This is the bloody story of Rome s greatest battle!The Roman Empire is plunged into chaos when Julius Caesar is assassinated and his power is passed on to his 18-year-old nephew Octavius. With his guardian, former gladiator Tyrannus, Octavius is forced into exile to escape those who wish to sever Caesar's bloodline permanently. Under Tyrannus' tutelage, Octavius prepares to face off against the treacherous Marc Antony and fulfill his destiny as the leader of Rome.Rome Blood and Sand boasts "powerful acting", says the Wall Street Journal, with a hot young cast that includes James Frain (The Tudors, True Blood) (24), Colm Feore (The Borgias, 24), Jonathan Cake (Poirot, Desperate Housewives), Santiago Cabrera (Heroes, Merlin), and Emily Blunt (The Adjustment Bureau, The Devil wears Prada, Salmon Fishing in the Yemen, The Young Victoria).Filmed entirely in Italy, Rome Blood and Sand tells the thrilling story of a hero's rise amidst the greed, blood, and lust of ancient Rome. Previously released as the acclaimed 2005 series Empire.Rome Blood and sand was also released under the title Empire