I, Claudius Season 1 - Episode 1 File

Livia manipulates Augustus into marrying his daughter Julia to Marcellus to solidify the succession.

When Marcellus falls ill, Livia pretends to care for him while secretly ensuring his "medicine" hastens his death. Character Dynamics I, Claudius Season 1 - Episode 1

The mastermind; she uses poison and social engineering as her primary weapons. Livia manipulates Augustus into marrying his daughter Julia

The narrative shifts back to 24 BC during the reign of Augustus. The Emperor celebrates the anniversary of the Battle of Actium, but tension simmers beneath the surface. Augustus favors his nephew Marcellus as his heir, much to the silent fury of Livia, Augustus’s wife. Livia is determined to see her own son, Tiberius, take the throne at any cost. Key Plot Points I, Claudius Season 1 - Episode 1