Starz describes the series as "a historical, erotic, thrilling rollercoaster experience" that builds on the several original Spartacus series. The question is: "What if Ashur had not died on Mount Vesuvius at the end of Spartacus: Vengeance? And what if he had been given the gladiatorial school of Batiatus (John Hannah) in exchange for his help to the Romans in killing Spartacus and ending the slave revolt?”
A question that has yet to be answered is: With the retcon of Ashur’s death, what could it mean for other original characters who perished if anything at all?
“To be afforded the opportunity to return a decade later to a series you loved is such a rare, wonderful opportunity,” said DeKnight in a statement. “I could not be more excited to craft this next chapter in the Spartacus saga with STARZ, Lionsgate, and the incomparable Nick Tarabay.”
Spartacus: Blood and Sand debuted on Starz in 2010 and was followed by a prequel miniseries chapter Spartacus: Gods of the Arena the following year and two additional series Spartacus: Vengeance in 2012 and Spartacus: War of the Damned in 2013.
Spartacus: House of Ashur will be produced by Lionsgate Television for Starz. Karen Bailey will oversee the series on behalf of the network. Jocelyn Sabo will oversee for Lionsgate Television.
