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Antony & Cleopatra

Cleopatra, Egypt's queen, seeks a new ally after the assassination of her lover Julius Caesar. She uses her charms to seduce his probable successor, Mark Antony, and their relationship blossoms into a deep love. However, this union also sets the stage for a devastating war with Octavius, Cae...

Three Roman leaders, Octavius Caesar, Mark Antony, and Lepidus, form the triumvirate, ruling the Roman Empire. However, their relationship is complicated by Antony's affair with Egyptian Queen Cleopatra, despite being married to Fulvia and later Octavia, Caesar's sister.

Info about Antony & Cleopatra

Studio(s): Time-Life Television Productions, BBC

Originally Released: United States, May 08, 1981

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Drama, History, Romance