by Hal Erickson
synopsis
Steed and Cathy investigate a rash of mysterious crop failures in Europe, Asia, and England. The trail of clues leads to the headquarters of the World Empire Party, a cult that worships the glories of ancient Rome. The head of the cult is Bruno (Hugh Burden), a self-styled Caesar bent on taking over the world -- or destroying it. Written by Rex Edwards, "The Grandeur That Was Rome" first aired in England on November 30, 1963; its American debut was delayed until March 18, 1991.
