SETTING THE SCENE
SETTING THE SCENE
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
The life of Spartacus, the gladiator who led a rebellion against the Romans.
THE STORY UNFOLDS
EPISODE 01The Romans, in an effort to protect their homeland, seek the help of Thracian warrior Spartacus and his team of fighters. After a violent incident, Spartacus must enter the gladiator ring to face his punishment from the Romans.
Jan 23, 2010
EPISODE 02Enslaved in gladiatorial school, the newly christened Spartacus must try to suppress his desire for vengeance when his new master promises to reunite him with his wife.
Jan 30, 2010
EPISODE 03Though Spartacus proved himself during training and now wears the attire of a gladiator, his coarse attitude and relentless quest to see his wife isolates him from his fellow gladiators and Doctore.
Feb 6, 2010
EPISODE 04Having performed shamefully in the arena against Crixus, Spartacus is forced to fight in the Pits. Batiatus, determined to profit from Spartacus, may be at risk if his debts aren't repaid.
Feb 13, 2010
EPISODE 05Batiatus is presented with a gladiatorial opportunity of a lifetime. Spartacus and Crixus must overcome their mutual hostility to fight as a team against a legendary and unbeaten opponent.
Feb 20, 2010
EPISODE 06Lies, distrust and duplicity plague the house of Batiatus and impact the hopes of both Barca and Spartacus, who have benefited from good fortune and envision a future away from the grounds. Barca expects to buy his and his male lover's way out, while Spartacus anticipates his promised reunion with his enslaved wife, part of his reward for a monumental victory in the arena. But just in case things go wrong, Spartacus dreams and schemes an escape plan.
Feb 27, 2010
EPISODE 07Overcome by the pressure of Batiatus's control, Spartacus must make a choice: leave his past behind and assume the mantle of a champion gladiator, or die.
Mar 6, 2010
EPISODE 08Batiatus purchases a fresh batch of slaves during an auction to be trained as gladiators and ponders the idea of selling Crixus.
Mar 13, 2010
EPISODE 09Batiatus breaks the news that Spartacus is to service the richest woman in Rome.
Mar 20, 2010
EPISODE 10Numerius is honored with an exhibition match for his birthday celebration at the ludus. Ilithyia gives Numerius a surprising gift, but asks for something in return.
Mar 27, 2010
EPISODE 11Spartacus hovers on the brink. Meanwhile, Batiatus plots revenge against his enemies
Apr 3, 2010
EPISODE 12Lucretia and Batiatus await the arrival of Glaber with the intentions to receive his patronage, while Spartacus focuses his attention on his plan for revenge.
Apr 10, 2010
EPISODE 13In the season finale, Spartacus enlists the help of an accomplice in order to get his revenge.
Apr 17, 2010