When Does 'Spartacus: House of Ashur' Come Out?
Starz's 'Spartacus' saga returns after 12 years with a new chapter titled Spartacus: House of Ashur, which brings back Nick E. Tarabay's traitorous character for a history-bending and bloody continuation.
About the New Series
The Spartacus franchise, known for its addictive storytelling, is set to return with this sequel series. Steven S. DeKnight, the original creator who launched the saga on Starz in 2010 with Spartacus: Blood and Sand, leads this new installment. He also developed two subsequent seasons, Spartacus: Vengeance (2012) and Spartacus: War of the Damned (2013), along with the prequel Spartacus: Gods of the Arena (2011).
"I think I needed a decade to recuperate from the original experience, which was wonderful, but just grueling and emotionally gut wrenching," said DeKnight, reflecting on the long break before returning to the saga, especially after the death of the original Spartacus actor Andy Whitfield in 2011.
Historical Approach and Character Resurrection
Spartacus has always taken liberties with historical accuracy, and House of Ashur continues this tradition. As the title suggests, the series revives the character Ashur, played by Nick E. Tarabay, adding a fresh twist to the story with his resurrection.
What to Expect
- A new protagonist leading the story after 12 years.
- A gritty and bloody narrative consistent with the earlier seasons.
- The involvement of familiar characters in unexpected ways due to the show's fictional approach to history.
Fans curious about the upcoming release and the official trailer have a lot to look forward to as the saga brings back familiar faces and introduces new elements that challenge the original timeline.
Author's summary: After a 12-year hiatus, the Spartacus franchise returns with House of Ashur, reviving a key traitor and continuing its bold, dramatic retelling of history under Steven S. DeKnight's guidance.