: 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

: 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 :

: 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.