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‘Domina’: Sky Releases Trailer & May Premiere Date For Epic New Ancient Rome Drama

by Dave Elliott

‘Domina’: Sky Releases Trailer & May Premiere Date For Epic New Ancient Rome Drama

Sky has released the official trailer for brand new Sky original, Domina, and confirmed the series will debut on 14 May on Sky Atlantic and streaming service NOW.

The epic historical drama series brings to life the power struggles of Ancient Rome from a different perspective; that of the women. The story follows the journey of Livia Drusilla, from a naïve young girl whose world crumbles in the wake of Julius Caesar’s assassination, to Rome’s most powerful and influential Empress, driven by a deep desire to avenge her father and secure power for her sons. Livia and her peers navigate their way through a brutal society by means of strategy, conspiracy, seduction and murder. She will soon discover that seizing power is not enough: you must be able to keep it when everyone else wants it. This is a visceral and authentic family saga, grounded in historical accuracy and bringing to life the incredible true stories of the women who would create one of the most enduring and fascinating dynasties of all time.

The eight-episode series stars Kasia Smutniak (‘Perfect Strangers’, ‘Them’, ‘Devils’) as Livia Drusilla, with the young Livia played by Nadia Parkes (‘The Spanish Princess’). They are supported by an international stellar cast including Liam Cunningham (‘Game of Thrones’) playing Livius, Livia’s father, and Colette Tchantcho (‘The Witcher’) as Antigone, Livia’s best friend, ex-slave and closest ally.

Domina also stars Matthew McNulty (‘Misfits’) as the future emperor Gaius, Christine Bottomley (‘The End of the F***ing World’) as Scribonia, Ben Batt (‘Captain America: The First Avenger’) as Agrippa, Enzo Cilenti (‘Free Fire’) as Tiberius Claudius Nero, while Claire Forlani (‘Meet Joe Black’) plays Claudia Octavia. Isabella Rossellini (‘Blue Velvet’, ‘Death Becomes Her’) makes an appearance playing Balbina, an early enemy.

The drama is created and written by Simon Burke (‘Zen’, ‘Fortitude’) with acclaimed Australian filmmaker Claire McCarthy (‘Ophelia’, ‘The Luminaries’) as lead director. Fifty Fathoms (Fortitude), Tiger Aspect and Sky Studios produce the series, with Cattleya as executive production services.

Domina‘ premieres Friday, 14th May 2021 on Sky Atlantic and NOW in the UK (time TBC).

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