Warner Home Video in conjunction with HBO announced “Rome: The Complete First Season” for Blu-ray release on June 7. This Blu-ray title is already available as part of the Rome Complete Collection that comes with season 1 and 2 in the same package. This is a single release and there is no word on when or if season 2 will be release in the same form. Technical specs appear to be the same as the previous release, presented in 1080p with a 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio track. Check below for a list of supplements included and artwork. Update: Season 2 will be released on the same date as Season 1.
Rome Season 1
Disc Features
- 8 audio commentaries
- Bloodlines – An interactive on-screen guide
- All Roads Lead to Rome – An interactive onscreen guide
- Shot x Shot: Gladiator – A closer look at the thrilling Episode 11 fight sequence.
- Shot x Shot: Caesar’s Triumph – Detailing the production of the epic Episode 10 triumph scene.
- The Rise of Rome – Behind-the-scenes featurette
- When In Rome – Featurette on the culture of ancient Rome.
- Friends, Romans, Countrymen- Introduction to the characters of Rome.
Rome Season 2
Disc Features
- 5 audio commentaries
- “Bloodlines” – An interactive on-screen guide
- “All Roads Lead to Rome” – An interactive onscreen guide
- “A Tale of Two Romes” – Explores the contrasts evident in Roman society and prevalent in Season 2.
- “Antony & Cleopatra” – Mark Antony and Cleopatra shared one of the most famous love affairs of all time. This feature sheds light on their relationship from the Parthian War to Cleopatra’s suicide.
- “The Rise of Octavian: Rome’s First Emperor” – Chronicles how Augustus Caesar came to power
- “The Making of Rome, Season II” – An extensive feature highlighting new additions to the sets, and new production challenges faced in creating Season 2. A look at the building of Egypt and it’s hieroglyphic wall, the Jewish Quarter and the making of Atia’s dinner party, and the epic battle of Philippi
