“It has been over a decade since Spartacus delighted international audiences and we are thrilled to reimagine and expand this gripping, action-packed drama for our viewers today,” said Kathryn Busby, President, Original Programming, Starz. “ Spartacus has deeply invested fans who are eager for its return, and we look forward to working with Steven on this exciting next chapter. Liam McIntyre took over the lead role for Season 2 and the third and final season, War of the Damned. Season 2, titled Vengeance, premiered in 2012 following the death of Whitfield. 262 Shield, The (20028 television series), 262 Six Feet Under (20015 television series), 262 60 Minutes (1968 television newsmagazine), 247 Spartacus. Production on Season 2 was halted following Whitfield’s non-Hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis with DeKnight instead opting to create the prequel miniseries following the character Gannicus (Dustin Clare), the first champion of Capua. John Hannah, Lucy Lawless, Peter Mensah, Manu Bennett, Lesley-Ann Brandt, and Katrina Law were also among the lead cast. Released in 2010, Season 1 called Blood And Sand focused on the events of the real-life Spartacus’ obscure early life leading up to the beginning of historical records. Spartacus was the first of the franchise to premiere starring Andy Whitfield as the titular warrior.

Deadline recently confirmed Showtime would be telling more stories around the Dexter and Billions universes, and Amazon is investing further in the Bosch franchise with two new shows in the works, to name a few examples. The expansion of the Spartacus franchise is the latest to follow this new trend among networks and streamers to attract new subscribers and viewers. 'Heels' Season 2 Trailer: Jack & Ace Continue Their Fight Over Late Father's Legacy - Update

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