I know it is a series that I would truly enjoy. Unfortunately we do not have HBO and since we watch little TV and already pay $49. per month for regular channels that we seldom watch, can not justify the expense just to watch one weekly show.
Be of good cheer. "Rome" will no doubt be out on DVD one of these days. BTW, we gave up on cable long ago and got a dish. Cheaper than cable, considering what you get, and better quality sound and picture.