

The Colosseum: the jewel of Ancient Rome. It wowed vast crowds with extraordinary battles. It pushed the boundaries of technology. It exhibited Rome’s vast wealth and power. Roman leaders spread the Colosseum’s design throughout the Empire, and it helped them conquer the ancient world. But just as the structure embodied Rome’s power, so too did it contribute to the Empire’s downfall.
You can stream The Rise & Fall of the Colosseum on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel. It is also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Amazon Video.
The Rise & Fall of the Colosseum was directed by Peter Chinn, Bianca Zamfira and Ben Holgate.
The Rise & Fall of the Colosseum runs for 55min, and was released in 2025.
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