Spartacus: House of Ashur Is Here — And the Gladiator Arena Just Got More Dangerous
- FSA Team
- Nov 19
- 2 min read
The Spartacus saga is back with a vengeance: Starz has dropped a new trailer for Spartacus: House of Ashur, and it arrives December 5, 2025. The series reimagines history — Ashur, played again by Nick E. Tarabay, survived Mount Vesuvius and now runs his own gladiator school, seizing power in an arena dripping with blood, betrayal, and ambition.
The trailer teases everything fans loved about the original Spartacus — the violence, the political intrigue — but turns the dial higher. Now, Ashur isn’t just a gladiator: he’s a Dominus, leading a house steeped in chaos. We meet Achillia (Tenika Davis), a fierce female gladiatrix determined to break gender barriers. Veteran stars return, including Graham McTavish as Korris, and new faces give the story fresh life.
Why is this such a big deal? Because this isn’t just a spin-off — it’s a what-if rewriting of fate. The original Spartacus built a cult following thanks to its brutal action and emotional stakes. House of Ashur takes that legacy and imagines a darker, more twisted power struggle where Ashur’s survival changes everything.
Where to Watch
The series premieres on Starz on December 5, 2025, with two episodes dropping that day.
After the first double-episode launch, new episodes will stream weekly on Fridays via the Starz app and related on-demand platforms.
The original Spartacus series (all four seasons) returned to Netflix in September 2025.
Spartacus: House of Ashur is not currently confirmed for Netflix (at least for now).
Final Word
The hype feels real — and with good reason. House of Ashur isn’t just cashing in on nostalgia. It’s upping the stakes with political power plays, gladiatorial ambition, and a twisted redemption arc. For fans of the original, this is a chance to return. For newcomers, it’s a bloody, seductive gateway into Rome’s underbelly.
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