A.D. (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Series · ★ 5.4
Released in 1985, A.D. is a drama series.
What it’s about. A.D. is a 1985 television drama miniseries created and written by Vincenzo Labella and Anthony Burgess, based on Burgess' historical novel The Kingdom of the Wicked. The five-part serial is considered the third and final part of a trilogy, preceded by Moses the Lawgiver (1974) and Jesus of Nazareth (1977). Set just after Jesus' Crucifixion, the lives and adventures of His disciples are explored, and events in Rome during the reigns of Emperors Tiberius, Caligula, Claudius and Nero.
Who’s in it. A.D. stars Susan Sarandon as Livilla, Ben Vereen as Ethiopian, Tony Vogel as Aquila and Vincent Riotta as Stephanus, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, A.D. has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A.D. page.
If you liked it. Fans of A.D. tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A.D. (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A.D. change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A.D. worth watching?
- A.D. holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A.D.?
- A.D. stars Susan Sarandon, Ben Vereen, Tony Vogel, Vincent Riotta and Rebecca Saire.
- When was A.D. released?
- A.D. was released in 1985.