David Macaulay: Roman City (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film
Released in 1994, David Macaulay: Roman City is a history and documentary film directed by Larry Klein, running about 56 minutes.
What it’s about. The glories of Ancient Rome are explored in ROMAN CITY, based on David Macaulay's acclaimed book. This animated and live-action video recounts life in Verbonia, a fictional city in Gaul. A well-planned town with all modern conveniences, it is threatened by conflict between conquerors and conquered. Macaulay also visits Pompeii, Herculaneum, Ostia, Nimes, Orange, and Rome, to view actual Roman architecture and engineering greatness.
Who’s in it. David Macaulay: Roman City stars David Macaulay as Host, Ian McKellen as Augustus Caesar (voice), Derek Jacobi as Marcus Fabricius (voice) and Brian Blessed as Gaius Valerius (voice), among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch David Macaulay: Roman City page.
If you liked it. Fans of David Macaulay: Roman City tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch David Macaulay: Roman City (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for David Macaulay: Roman City change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in David Macaulay: Roman City?
- David Macaulay: Roman City stars David Macaulay, Ian McKellen, Derek Jacobi, Brian Blessed and John Sessions.
- When was David Macaulay: Roman City released?
- David Macaulay: Roman City was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.