Peacock Unveils Behind the Scenes Look at ‘Those About to Die’ at San Diego Comic Con

Written by John Edward Betancourt

All Photos from the SDCC ‘Those About to Die’ Panel and Activation, Courtesy of Peacock.

It really is quite amazing how immersive a comic convention can be. Because not only are you amongst friends and people of like mindedness, but you’re surrounded by the stories you love and that lets you get lost and enjoy the moment and just immerse yourself in a nerdy world of joy. But these days, conventions are taking that one step further. By doing their best to truly make you part of the world you adore and for proof… well then look no further than what Peacock did today at San Diego Comic Con.
 
For not only did they take the time to host a panel with the cast and director/executive producer of Those About to Die, but they also debuted an amazing behind the scenes reel for fans to enjoy, alongside… an immersive experience. Courtesy of a tiny Circus Maximus activation where fans were able to, and still can, race chariots in their own special way, and today, the cast of the show dropped by to check it out and help in the fun. All of which just speaks to an incredible immersive experience at SDCC, one that really did allow for fans to live in this Roman world, and soon… they can enjoy the legacy of Rome at the activation as well. 
 
Courtesy of a viewing party of the Opening Ceremonies at the activation center and well, to help you experience that firsthand and understand what an amazing day Peacock put together for the fans, here are all the details on the activation, the viewing party, photos from the panel and activation and that behind the scenes featurette… to help immerse you in the wonder of Ancient Rome courtesy of Those About to Die.
 
‘The Those About to Die panel treated fans to a never before seen behind-the-scenes featurette and conversation moderated by Collider's Perri Nemiroff, featruring director/executive producer Roland Emmerich and stars Iwan Rheon, Sara Martins, Moe Hashim, Jojo Macari, Dimitri Leonidas and Gabriella Pession. The group revealed everything that went into making this gladiator epic, from the stunts for the action-packed fight scenes to the VFX and production design that brought Ancient Rome to life.
 
The cast and creatives behind Those About to Die were able to immerse themselves in the glory of Ancient Rome as they experienced the THOSE ABOUT TO DIE: THE CHARIOT RACE activation this morning. The activation is located at 170 Sixth Avenue right in the heart of the Gaslamp District and will be open for the full duration of Comic-Con. Tomorrow morning, Friday (7/26), Peacock and NBC will live stream the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony at the activation from 10:30am PT - 3pm PT. 

THOSE ABOUT TO DIE is an epic drama set in the corrupt world of the spectacle-driven gladiatorial competition, exploring a side of ancient Rome never before told — the dirty business of entertaining the masses, giving the mob what they want most…blood and sport. The series introduces an ensemble of characters from all corners of the Roman Empire who collide at the explosive intersection of sports, politics, and dynasties.

Premiere Date/Rollout: July 18, 2024 (All episodes)
Directors: Roland Emmerich (Ep 101, 102, 103, 109, 110), Marco Kreuzpaintner (Ep 104, 105, 106, 107, 108)
Created by: Robert Rodat (Wrote Ep 101, 102, 103, 109, 110)
Executive Producers: Roland Emmerich, Harald Kloser, Gianni Nunnari, Robert Rodat, Stuart Ford, Lourdes Diaz, Miguel A. Palos Jr., Marco Kreuzpaintner, Herbert G. Kloiber, Martin Moszkowicz, Oliver Berben, Jonas Bauer, Charles Holland, Namit Malhotra. 
Cast: Anthony Hopkins, Iwan Rheon, Sara Martins, Tom Hughes, Jojo Macari, Moe Hashim, Johannes Haukur Johannesson, Rupert Penry-Jones, Gabriella Pession, Dimitri Leonidas, Emilio Sakraya, David Wurawa, Pepe Barroso, Gonçalo Almeida, Eneko Sagardoy, Romana Maggiora Vergano 
Studio: AGC Television   
Production Companies: Centropolis Entertainment, Hollywood Gang Productions, Street Entertainment    
Format: Drama Series, 10 x 60 min episodes'

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SDCC ‘Those About to Die’ Panel

‘Those About to Die’ Activation Photos

Behind the Scenes Featurette