Rome
originally aired on BBC
Rome is a historical drama television series released 2005–2007. The series is set in the 1st century BC, during Ancient Rome's transition from Republic to Empire. The lead protagonists are two soldiers named Lucius Vorenus and Titus Pullo, who find their lives intertwined with key historical events. The show, consisting of two seasons for a total of 22 episodes, aired on HBO, and BBC Two from 28 August 2005 to 25 March 2007.