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Britannia

  • TV Series
  • 2017–2021
  • Tous publics
  • 1h
IMDb RATING
6.9/10
19K
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David Morrissey, Julian Rhind-Tutt, Annabel Scholey, and Eleanor Worthington-Cox in Britannia (2017)
Britannia: Season 3
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In 43 AD, the Roman Army returns to crush the Celtic heart of Britannia.In 43 AD, the Roman Army returns to crush the Celtic heart of Britannia.In 43 AD, the Roman Army returns to crush the Celtic heart of Britannia.

  • Creators
    • Jez Butterworth
    • Tom Butterworth
    • James Richardson
  • Stars
    • David Morrissey
    • Eleanor Worthington-Cox
    • Mackenzie Crook
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.9/10
    19K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    3,968
    1,927
    • Creators
      • Jez Butterworth
      • Tom Butterworth
      • James Richardson
    • Stars
      • David Morrissey
      • Eleanor Worthington-Cox
      • Mackenzie Crook
    • 450User reviews
    • 13Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination total

    Episodes27

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    Streaming Passport: The Roman Empire
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    Streaming Passport: The Roman Empire
    Britannia: Kerra and Aulus
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    Britannia: Kerra and Aulus
    Britannia: Kerra and Aulus
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    Britannia: Kerra and Aulus
    Britannia: Divis and Cait
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    Britannia: Divis and Cait
    Britannia: Battlefield
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    Britannia: Battlefield
    Britannia: Season 3
    Trailer 0:31
    Britannia: Season 3
    Britannia: Overview
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    David Morrissey
    David Morrissey
    • Aulus
    • 2017–2021
    Eleanor Worthington-Cox
    Eleanor Worthington-Cox
    • Cait
    • 2017–2021
    Mackenzie Crook
    Mackenzie Crook
    • Veran…
    • 2017–2021
    Julian Rhind-Tutt
    Julian Rhind-Tutt
    • Phelan
    • 2017–2021
    Liana Cornell
    Liana Cornell
    • Ania
    • 2017–2021
    Annabel Scholey
    Annabel Scholey
    • Amena
    • 2017–2021
    Nikolaj Lie Kaas
    Nikolaj Lie Kaas
    • Divis
    • 2017–2021
    Hugo Speer
    Hugo Speer
    • Lucius
    • 2017–2021
    Zoë Wanamaker
    Zoë Wanamaker
    • Queen Antedia
    • 2017–2021
    Jodie McNee
    Jodie McNee
    • Willa
    • 2017–2021
    Gershwyn Eustache Jnr
    Gershwyn Eustache Jnr
    • Vitus
    • 2017–2021
    David Bradley
    David Bradley
    • Quane…
    • 2018–2021
    Barry Ward
    Barry Ward
    • Sawyer
    • 2017–2019
    Daniel Caltagirone
    Daniel Caltagirone
    • Brutus
    • 2017–2019
    Joseph Harmon
    • Innis (2017)…
    • 2018–2021
    Kelly Reilly
    Kelly Reilly
    • Kerra
    • 2017–2018
    Stanley Weber
    Stanley Weber
    • Lindon
    • 2017–2018
    Joe Armstrong
    Joe Armstrong
    • Gildas
    • 2017–2018
    • Creators
      • Jez Butterworth
      • Tom Butterworth
      • James Richardson
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    User reviews450

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    Reviewers say 'Britannia' is a historical fantasy series that merges history, mythology, and supernatural drama, focusing on the Roman invasion and tribal conflicts. Praised for its engaging plot, strong performances, and scenic beauty, it also faces criticism for historical inaccuracies, inconsistent pacing, and modern elements like language and music. Despite these issues, many viewers value its entertainment and unique historical fiction approach.
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    7ultrasale

    It started great, but...

    Well, I was very pleasantly surprised when I started watching this TV series and I liked it from the very beginning.

    And then, what has been happening lately with TV series has started to happen here as well, and that is that the production, after the initial success, thinks how it found a milking cow and then instead of finishing the series in a normal and meaningful way, procrastination and dilution starts, in order to film as many seasons as possible and earn as much money as possible.

    This, of course, resulted in the fact that each following season is weaker than the previous one, and that the action stretches unnecessarily indefinitely, and in essence, nothing important happens in the complete third season.

    This is a classic example of how to ruin a good and interesting idea, as happened with the TV series Money Heist, for example.

    So my rating of this TV series dropped from a strong 9 to a modest 7.
    8dank1994

    Ignore all these chumps, it's an entertaining watch that captures the ancient Roman perceptions of Britain well

    There's plenty of people on here that are taking the series and its historical accuracy too seriously, even to the point that someone seems to figure themselves as more well informed than the Roman historian Mary beard (looking at you Allen). I'm currently undergoing my Masters in Roman History, and just a little newsflash mate, ancient Britain was famous for its warrior queens (esp. Cartimandua and Boudicca) which are mentioned in Tacitus - do your homework and stop thinking you're an expert because you've read Herodotus lol. Also Rome pooled auxiliaries from all over the empire including its North African provinces, and due to the migratory nature of the peoples from Sub-Saharan Africa, and the plethora of reports about peoples below the desert its not unlikely that these people wanted to live in the prosperous North African provinces of the Roman Empire and took up military service with its lucrative benefits. Either way, its not the point; the show captures the perceived mysticism and magical Roman conceptions of Britain well. It was seen by Roman and Greek writers as the land at the end of the world where magic and human sacrifice among other abominations occured. Yes the show deviates away from certain historical events, but the invasion of Claudius was not all that well documented, and it still captures the internal strife and rivalry well, as well as the mysterious prominence of the druids in celtic culture. It's quite sad really how many people are trying to be historians while watching a sky drama: the cast is good, some of the characters are endearing, and for the shows early days, it looks promising. Stop trying to step into academic fields that you're clearly not all that well acquainted and just enjoy the drama. Jheeeeezus.
    8robfollower

    Britannia(2017-)

    In 43 AD, the Roman Army returns to crush the Celtic heart of Britannia.

    If you're looking for an event-accurate historical drama to binge, "Britannia" is probably not the series for you. But if you're down for a feminist-leaning "Game of Thrones" with a psychedelic Sixties vibe that's also loosely based on the 43AD Roman invasion of Britannia, then this might be your new favorite show.
    8jaybizman

    Worth a look - First Series was, IMO, the best...

    I'll admit I love watching anything to do with Ancient Rome. As a teenager, I studied Lingua Latina and translated, for example, the writings of Julius Caesar and all the exploits throughout his career.

    The Roman Army around 43AD was the most dangerous and skilled in the World; and Ancient Rome ruled most of what was the known World, they may lose a battle here and there, but rarely lost a war.

    After every battle a Legions Commander would write about both his and the enemies tactics, and send a dispatch to the Sergeant Major Of The Army, back in Rome - who would copy same, and send it to every other Roman Legion General. This way every Commander had full knowledge of the enemy. And it worked.

    Britannia shows just how ruthless the Roman Army and their Generals were. Kind of like, take no prisoners. Even the children were killed. Why? Because the Generals learned that when the kids grew up, they would want revenge.

    There's a lot of action in Britannia and the Roman General in Britain is especially cruel. And smart.

    For anyone who likes this time period, don't dwell too much on any perceived 'historical inaccuracies', just sit back and enjoy the ride. The opening music by Donnavan sets the mood. In part to me Britannia was both great and slightly crazy. Well worth your time.
    8Mr_researcher

    A jolly good time

    If you want to see a documentary when you watch a television series, then by all means listen to the people who complain about the lack of historical accuracy.

    If you on the other hand just want to have a good time with a fictional series based loosely on history, then by all means watch it! It is weird and violent, with many interesting characters and some good ol' action too.

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    • Trivia
      The song played during the intro of season 1 of the series is called Hurdy Gurdy Man. It was released in 1968 by singer/songwriter, Donovan Leitch. In season 2 of the series, the intro song was switched to Season of the Witch, also by Donovan Leitch.
    • Goofs
      Throughout the series the Romans use stirrups. Stirrups came into use in Europe around the 6th century. Roman cavalry went without.
    • Connections
      Referenced in Once Upon a Time in Britannia (2019)

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    • Release date
      • January 18, 2018 (United Kingdom)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • United States
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    • Languages
      • English
      • Welsh
    • Also known as
      • Британія
    • Filming locations
      • Wales, UK(on location)
    • Production companies
      • Amazon Studios
      • Neal Street Productions
      • Sky
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      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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