The AA patrol was a genuine AA patrol. His patrol team manager was approached by the film company and he was asked if the automobile association could supply a very handsome member of their patrol force as the movie required such an individual. The fact he was so very handsome was a bonus.
In audio commentary for Rome (2005), Kevin McKidd said his kiss with James Purefoy (who also starred in Rome (2005)) was "an unpleasant experience."
Horsenden Hill was the filming location of the breakdown situation.