It's an awesome show. Seen two weeks of it so far and I'm very impressed. I'm a history student, and a Roman history buff in particular and I can say its very true to history.
The acting is good, the production values are great and its one of the best new series I've seen in years.
I like the images of Roman plebian and military life.
I'm surprised no-one has mentioned that "Rome" is being produced by "zen fascist" John Milius of Magnum Force, Jaws, Conan the Barbarian and Red Dawn fame. I hope he writes/directs a few episodes in the future. I love that guy.