Tom Hiddleston praises director and shares insights on new Pompeii docu-series

Actor Tom Hiddleston posted on Instagram, sharing behind‑the‑scenes photos from his documentary series “Pompeii: Out of Time with Tom Hiddleston”. He wrote a lengthy note about the ancient Roman city preserved after Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD, emphasizing the lives of ordinary families, farmers, soldiers and friends.

He praised series director Tom Barbor‑Might, writing, “On the day of the London Premiere … I just want to salute this man, Tom Barbor‑Might… his profound empathy for the real people of Pompeii.” Hiddleston said the London premiere at the British Museum offers an “immersive and emotional” way to bring the 2,000‑year‑old story to life.