Rome

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Season 2
  • Network: HBO
  • Series Premiere Date: Aug 28, 2005
Season #: 2, 1
User Score
8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 201 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 190 out of 201
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 201
  3. Negative: 8 out of 201
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  1. JoeD
    Feb 1, 2007
    10
    I can't understand why the critics are so lukewarm towards this great show - Philistines if you ask me. ' 'Deadwood' in togas it certainly is - and that was one of the best TV series I have ever seen.
  2. WilliamK
    Mar 20, 2007
    10
    Sorry to see it end in 2007
  3. peterd
    Feb 10, 2007
    10
    A TV classic, a level (but just a level) lower than I Claudius, this is a gem that for some unknown (to me) reason has not caught on with the intellegentia. Bravo! A memorable show, and educational too.
  4. JulioM
    Feb 4, 2007
    10
    one of the best shows on TV today . I found the show to watch after the Sopranos Finale.
  5. kostya
    Mar 21, 2007
    10
    One of the greatest series ever aired =)
  6. gb
    Apr 1, 2007
    10
    It is a masterpiece and the critics are more concerned about peoples perceptions of their personal taste than in giving this show a fair review. I give it 10 out of 10! Bring on Season 3!
  7. SusanL.
    Mar 1, 2008
    10
    bigger than life characters in a bigger than anything empire. Costumes, splendour, grittiness -- they got it right.
  8. cegarazor
    Jan 18, 2007
    10
    the best ever
  9. Sean
    Jan 28, 2007
    10
    One of my top 5 TV shows, and the second season started fantastically hopefully proving that this season will leave its intended mark. Tonight's episode should be wonderful.
  10. matta
    Feb 7, 2007
    10
    It is just sad to see this how get slighted so often by critics. Not only is Rome totally underrated-it is better than both Six Feet Under and, and I know I'll be hated for this, Deadwood (It's still not quite on par with The Sopranos or The Wire-but those are the two best TV Dramas ever, so......). Season 2 has started just fine, all you naysayers. It's just ridiculous It is just sad to see this how get slighted so often by critics. Not only is Rome totally underrated-it is better than both Six Feet Under and, and I know I'll be hated for this, Deadwood (It's still not quite on par with The Sopranos or The Wire-but those are the two best TV Dramas ever, so......). Season 2 has started just fine, all you naysayers. It's just ridiculous that show is mentioned in the same breath as Aaron Spelling in some of these capsules. Although I will not try and argue that everything in the show is historically accurate (as far as characters and events go), it still gets the overall atmosphere right, and all the sex and violence that goes on is entirely appropriate. Regardless of the history though, the show just flat-out entertains, in addition to being expertly acted and produced. Easily one of the top five shows on the air right now. Forget the critics, check this show out.… Expand
  11. JH
    Mar 1, 2007
    10
    Best series on tv.
  12. Don
    Mar 20, 2007
    10
    This show is awesome! I look forward to it's viewing each week. I hate that it won't be back for a third season.
  13. alib
    Mar 25, 2007
    10
    Why does it need to end?? Finally something that could replace the Sopranos.
  14. MartiM.
    Jul 4, 2007
    10
    Superb series. Darker and more emotionally charged than the first. More emphasis on the lower classes in this one and it works well to portray the harsh reality of life for most people at that time.
  15. joeldb
    Jan 12, 2007
    10
    Tad Friend and Matt Roush are fucking retards. Best show ever.
  16. muzs
    Jan 13, 2007
    10
    excelent series
  17. Patty
    Jan 19, 2007
    10
    Wow, I'm totally hooked on this series! I just watched the first season all in one weekend via HBO-On Demand and loved it. Rome has it all: sex, drugs, heads rolling, and one hellofagood story line. Now waiting until Sunday night each week to watch the next episode is going to be hard! It must cost millions to produce and they do an amazing job. Try it, you won't be sorry.
  18. GlennC
    Jan 31, 2007
    10
    Spectacularly convincing and complex personalities, in a largely accurate historical portrayal. Ancient Rome brought to life and made human. A brilliant series. Brilliant!
  19. RikeneF
    Feb 12, 2007
    10
    Best show on tv...
  20. MichaelC
    Feb 12, 2007
    10
    Smart and fun
  21. [Anonymous]
    Feb 19, 2007
    10
    I still have yet to see any haters present a logical argument of why this show is not outstanding. I just wish it wasn't finished after 2 seasons
  22. NickP
    Feb 24, 2007
    10
    I can't wait from one Sunday to the other. Pleace make season three. Go all the way to the end I got it all figured out: Pullo is going to have a son and Lucious Vorenus has the son of his wife and the other guy. They can take the story after their parents die of age. Continue the friendship and join the army bla bla bla thru Caligula, Neron and all those guys and of course pilatos I can't wait from one Sunday to the other. Pleace make season three. Go all the way to the end I got it all figured out: Pullo is going to have a son and Lucious Vorenus has the son of his wife and the other guy. They can take the story after their parents die of age. Continue the friendship and join the army bla bla bla thru Caligula, Neron and all those guys and of course pilatos washing his hands regarding jesus. It will be just great.… Expand
  23. StephenM
    Mar 11, 2007
    10
    I have to go back to I Claudius to find as good a series. I wish Rome would go as far as the reign of Nero.
  24. johnh
    Mar 26, 2007
    10
    great shgow but did not have to end
  25. JPaulParker
    Mar 26, 2007
    10
    Common, as Titus and Lucius thread their way through history (sort of) is a hoot. Bring on a third season.
  26. RoyRob
    Mar 26, 2007
    10
    This show was great! Definitely hoping for a third season.
  27. DracoM
    Mar 27, 2007
    10
    Vini, vidi, vici...way to go HBO!
  28. MikeH
    Mar 27, 2007
    10
    Sorry to see it end, wish there would be a third season.
  29. BrianK
    Mar 29, 2007
    10
    So disappointed to see the series end. Fascinating characters, brisk pace. It seemed like the hour for each episode flew by. I hope Time Warner changes its corporate mind (and "resurrects" Vorenus).
  30. SanazE
    Mar 31, 2007
    10
    Please, please do another season! This is one of the best historic tv series EVER!!!
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#36 Best TV Season of 2007
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Metascore
68

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Doug Elfman
    75
    "Rome" treats viewers as long-term fans of deep terrain. To follow "Rome," it is required you keep up. If you do, you may be rewarded with a fine tale, proper acting and a better-told history lesson.
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  2. People Weekly
    Reviewed by: Tom Gliatto
    63
    As in season 1, the acting is rich and lusty, with no costume-drama fustiness. [15 Jan 2007, p.33]
  3. Seattle Post-Intelligencer
    Reviewed by: Melanie McFarland
    80
    Turns like this take the series further into Aaron Spelling territory than it ever was, an idea that may offend those who can't let go of the notion that HBO is supposed to be better than regular TV.
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