Cleopatra

Egyptian queen who commands both charm and intellect to safeguard her realm. She uses persuasion, wit, and strategic alliances to level power against Rome. Her romance with Caesar and later Antony accelerates Egypt's political arc, even as personal loyalty tests her duty to her people.

Powerful Roman general and statesman who seeks to centralize authority at the expense of the Republic. His alliance with Cleopatra intertwines imperial ambition with personal allure, provoking opposition at home. His assassination reshapes Roman politics and sets the stage for Octavian's rise.

Brave but impressionable Roman general whose loyalties are tested by Cleopatra and the lure of empire. He pursues a romantic partnership with Cleopatra even as he commands armies and navigates mutinous allies. His fall at Actium marks the collapse of the conspiratorial opposition to Octavian.

Clever, calculating heir to Caesar’s legacy who quietly consolidates power. He uses Rome’s political machinery to outmaneuver rivals, including Antony, and ultimately shapes the future Empire. His rise signals the transition from Republic to imperial rule.

Antony's trusted adviser whose candid counsel reveals the gap between ambition and reality. Loyal at first, he grows wary of Cleopatra's influence and ultimately parts from Antony. His shift underscores the personal cost of political games.

Cleopatra's envoy and scheme-maker who manipulates Caesar's perception to advance Egyptian interests. He orchestrates clever plots and serves as the film's schemer behind the scenes. His actions help Cleopatra maneuver through Rome’s political minefield.

Secret ally to Octavian who operates in the shadows of court intrigue. He warns about poisons and influences political calculations, revealing the era's danger-laden loyalties. His presence underscores the wider meddling of regional powers in the Roman civil strife.

Roman senator and leading actor in Caesar’s assassination who embodies the tension between republican ideals and personal power. He represents the moral and political fractures within Rome. His actions contribute to the collapse of Caesar’s plans for a centralized rule.

Sister and ally to Octavian who embodies Roman dynastic politics and the strains of alliance-building. She represents the domestic dimension of imperial ambitions and Cleopatra's influence on Rome. Her role links Cleopatra’s fate to Rome’s future.