Romulus S01e01 [2026]

: The episode focuses heavily on initiation rites —both political and tribal—and the theme of surviving in a world ruled by harsh gods and violent social structures.

The ambitious uncle of the twins who plots to seize the throne.

A slave enduring the brutal Luperci initiation in the woods. Ilia Romulus s01e01

: Critics have praised its "eye-watering locations" and "beautiful cinematography," which depict a raw and primitive version of the Roman origin myth. Romulus (TV Series 2020–2022) - Episode list - IMDb

: Yemos and Enitos are forced to participate in the blinding and exile of their grandfather, a brutal rite of passage. : The episode focuses heavily on initiation rites

: The vestal virgin Ilia , who is secretly in a relationship with Enitos, guards a dangerous secret that could upend her social status. Core Cast and Characters Description Andrea Arcangeli Yemos Prince of Alba Longa and one of the twin successors. Giovanni Buselli Enitos Yemos's twin brother, who shares the succession. Francesco Di Napoli Wiros

: In parallel, a young slave named Wiros is sent into the dangerous woods with other youths to undergo a violent initiation rite into the Luperci tribe. Ilia : Critics have praised its "eye-watering locations"

: The episode establishes the fragile political landscape of Alba Longa . King Numitor, plagued by a prolonged drought that threatens his rule, is forced into exile after a ritual gone wrong. His grandsons, the twins Yemos and Enitos , are named his successors, but their power is immediately threatened by their treacherous uncle, Amulius . Key Plot Lines :