The Rise & Fall of the Colosseum

7.5/10 · 32 votesOct 8, 202555 min

Ranked #9 of 10 in Season 22•−0.3 vs season avg

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The Colosseum: the jewel of Ancient Rome. It wowed vast crowds with extraordinary battles. It pushed the boundaries of technology. It exhibited Rome’s vast wealth and power. Roman leaders spread the Colosseum’s design throughout the Empire, and it helped them conquer the ancient world. But

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Episode Summary

"The Rise & Fall of the Colosseum" is episode 7 of Secrets of the Dead season 22. It scored 7.5/10 from 32 votes, ranking #9 of 10 episodes this season (season average 7.8). It aired on October 8, 2025.

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