Up Pompeii
"The Prologue!"
Originally released in 2019. Up Pompeii is a documentary film. directed by Barnaby Eaton-Jones.
Starring David Benson, Madeline Smith, and Cleo Rocos
Synopsis
A full cast audio play celebrating 50 years since the first episode of Up Pompeii was broadcast. Welcome to ancient Rome, where the steps of the Forum are peopled by nubile slave girls and a range of outrageous characters including Lurcio's owner, Ludicrus Sextus the Senator, his wife Ammonia, his son Nausius and his daughter, Erotica. Lurcio attempts to deliver his prologue and begin proceedings before he's quickly caught up in the myriad of sexual liaisons in all quarters of his master's house. Why does Ludicrus not leave for the Senate meeting in Rome? Why does his wife return so quickly from the country? Who will take care of the escaped slave girl, Voluptua, and will Nausius's love poetry improve? Whilst growing chaos ensues, an increasing rumbling is heard in the distance - what could that possibly be?
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
David Benson
as Lurcio
Madeline Smith
as Ammonia (voice)
Cleo Rocos
as Suspenda
Frazer Hines
as Ludicrus Sextus (voice)
Tim Brooke-Taylor
as Captain Treacherous
Camille Coduri
as Self/Voluptua
Jackie Lane
as Nausius
Rosa Coduri-Fulford
as Erotica (as Rosa Coduri)
Ben Perkins
as Comeus
Barnaby Eaton-Jones
as Kretinus
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Up Pompeii about?
A full cast audio play celebrating 50 years since the first episode of Up Pompeii was broadcast. Welcome to ancient Rome, where the steps of the Forum are peopled by nubile slave girls and a range ...
Who directed Up Pompeii?
Up Pompeii was directed by Barnaby Eaton-Jones.
How long is Up Pompeii?
Up Pompeii has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was Up Pompeii released?
Up Pompeii was released on October 31, 2019 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Up Pompeii?
The main cast of Up Pompeii includes David Benson, Madeline Smith, Cleo Rocos, Frazer Hines, Tim Brooke-Taylor.