I, Claudius, Vol. 2: Waiting in the Wings/What Shall We Do With Claudius? Movie Review 1980

Continuation of the Masterpiece Theatre series portraying the true story of the Roman Empire and its rulers. In the third and fourth episodes, Tiberius and his mother Livia attempt to capture the throne with a series of brutal manipulations. Young cousin Claudius, considered an ugly dimwit, watches from afar. Based on the books of Robert Graves. Also available as a seven-volume set. Made for television.

Distribution

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Available on VHS
Running time 120 minutes.

Cast and Crew

Genres

History--Ancient

Cast

Derek Jacobi, Sian Phillips, Brian Blessed

Director

Herbert Wise

Producer

PBS