New ‘Spartacus’ Series Announced by Starz

Introduction

Starz has announced a new series in the ‘Spartacus’ franchise, titled “Spartacus: House of Ashur.” This series marks the return of a foundational original series for the network, last aired in 2013.

Key Takeaways

• Starz announces “Spartacus: House of Ashur,” a new series in the ‘Spartacus’ franchise.
• Nick Tarabay returns as Ashur, with Steven S. DeKnight as showrunner.
• The series explores an alternate scenario where Ashur survives and gains control of a gladiator school.
• “Spartacus: Blood and Sand” was a major success for Starz, setting high ratings.
• The new series is produced by Lionsgate Television, promising action-packed drama.

Reviving a Classic

The new series, “Spartacus: House of Ashur,” is a continuation of the ‘Spartacus’ saga. It brings back Nick Tarabay as Ashur and series creator Steven S. DeKnight as showrunner. The series poses a compelling question: What if Ashur had survived the events of “Spartacus: Vengeance” and was given control of the gladiator school once owned by Batiatus?

A Look Back

The original “Spartacus: Blood and Sand” premiered in January 2010 and was a significant success for Starz, setting high ratings for the network. The series underwent changes after the lead actor, Andy Whitfield, was diagnosed with cancer, leading to a prequel miniseries and a recasting for the final two seasons.

Production and Expectations

Produced by Starz parent Lionsgate Television, “Spartacus: House of Ashur” is expected to deliver high-octane drama and action. Kathryn Busby, president of original programming at Starz, expressed excitement about revisiting the captivating world of Spartacus and delivering more enthralling content to fans.

Conclusion The announcement of “Spartacus: House of Ashur” brings excitement and anticipation to fans of the original series. With its unique premise and return of key figures from the original production, the series is poised to rekindle the success of the ‘Spartacus’ saga on Starz.