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S4·E2 The Fires of Pompeii

Aired April 12, 2008
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Synopsis

The Doctor takes Donna back to Pompeii, on the day of the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius, and is faced with a great moral dilemma. Should they warn the residents of the impending disaster, or let history take its natural course?

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Episode recap

The Doctor takes Donna back to Pompeii, on the day of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Upon arrival, the Doctor and Donna are faced with a great moral dilemma concerning the impending disaster. They must decide whether they should warn the residents of Pompeii about the eruption or let history take its natural course.

The Doctor is a Time Lord, described as a nine hundred year old alien with two hearts who is part of a civilization of time travelers. The series Doctor Who is a science-fiction television programme.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 4 Episode 2 of Doctor Who air?

Season 4, Episode 2 ('The Fires of Pompeii') originally aired on April 12, 2008.

How long is Season 4 Episode 2 ('The Fires of Pompeii')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Doctor Who.

What happens in Doctor Who Season 4 Episode 2?

The Doctor takes Donna back to Pompeii, on the day of the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius, and is faced with a great moral dilemma. Should they warn the residents of the impending disaster, or let history take its natural course?...

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