via BBC:
BBC TV viewers are getting a Roman treat as the star of the longest-running science fiction TV series in the world is headed for some adventures in the ancient past.
For those not in the know, Dr. Who (currently played by David Tennant) is a mysterious time-traveller who propels himself backwards and forwards by means of his time ship, the TARDIS (which appears from the exterior to be a blue police phone box), in order that he might explore time and space, solve problems, and right wrongs.
Now, Doctor Who is looking toga-tastic as the Time Lord hurtles him back to the Roman Empire, landing him in Pompeii with his new assistant, Donna, the night before the famous Mount Vesuvius volcano erupts - but should they warn everyone?
You’ll have to tune in to find out, but TV insiders promise the episode is one of The Doctor’s most adventurous yet.
Filming has been taking place in Rome’s Cinecitta studios, which have been transformed to recreate the ancient city of Pompeii.
