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Is Pompeii: Life in the City coming back?

Pompeii: Life in the City (2025–present) — history on 5

The answer: Between seasons — last episode August 19, 2025, no return date announced yet.
Pompeii: Life in the City poster
Genre
History
Network / streamer
5
Premiered
July 29, 2025
Runtime
~60 min per episode
1season
4episodes

About Pompeii: Life in the City

Pompeii: Life in the City is currently between seasons. The show last aired its fourth episode on August 19, 2025, and there is no confirmed return date.

This historical series explores the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, which is renowned for its remarkably preserved ruins. Hosted by Dan Snow and Doctor Kate Lister, the program takes viewers inside this extraordinary archaeological site to reveal what daily life was like in the city before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The series uncovers details about the residents' diets, living arrangements, occupations, and the dangers they faced at night, providing a vivid picture of life in this ancient metropolis.

The show is a history documentary that premiered on July 29, 2025, on channel 5. It features hosts Dan Snow and Doctor Kate Lister, who guide viewers through the archaeological and historical insights. Each episode is approximately 60 minutes long. The series has not been rated on TVMaze.

Pompeii: Life in the City episode schedule

4 aired

Aired · 4

DateEp.Title
August 19, 2025 S1·E4 Episode 4
August 12, 2025 S1·E3 Episode 3
August 5, 2025 S1·E2 Episode 2
July 29, 2025 S1·E1 Episode 1

Pompeii: Life in the City cast