About Spartacus
- Released on January 22, 2010
Spartacus, a thrilling and action-packed television series, features a cast of complex and dynamic characters, with Liam McIntyre delivering a powerful performance as the titular character, Spartacus. Spartacus is a Thracian soldier who, after being betrayed by his own people, is sold into slavery and forced to fight in the gladiatorial games. Throughout the series, we see Spartacus evolve from a man seeking revenge for the death of his wife to a leader who inspires others to fight for their freedom.
Another standout character in the series is Gannicus, played by Dustin Clare. Gannicus is a skilled and experienced gladiator who becomes a mentor and ally to Spartacus. He is a complex character, with a deep sense of loyalty and a desire for freedom, but also a love for the thrill of the arena. Throughout the series, we see Gannicus struggle with his own identity and what it means to be a gladiator, ultimately choosing to fight for a greater cause.
At its core, Spartacus is a story of rebellion and the human spirit's unyielding desire for freedom. The series takes viewers on a wild ride, filled with epic battles, political intrigue, and intense personal drama. Torn from his homeland and the woman he loves, Spartacus is thrust into the brutal world of the arena, where blood and death are primetime entertainment. As he rises through the ranks and becomes a skilled gladiator, Spartacus begins to inspire those around him to fight for their freedom, leading to a full-scale rebellion against the Roman Republic. The series explores themes of power, corruption, and the human cost of war, making it a must-watch for fans of historical dramas and action-packed thrillers.
Main Cast of Spartacus
Liam McIntyre plays Spartacus (20 episodes)
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Pana Hema-Taylor plays Nasir (20 episodes)
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See Nick E. Tarabay's other roles →Heath Jones plays Donar (20 episodes)
Heath Jones was born on September 25, 1982 and is currently 41 years old.
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Andy Whitfield plays Spartacus (13 episodes)
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Ditch Davey was born on July 30, 1975 and is currently 48 years old.
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Jenna Lind plays Kore (10 episodes)
Gwendoline Taylor plays Sibyl (10 episodes)
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Simon Merrells was born on July 14, 1965 and is currently 58 years old.
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See Todd Lasance's other roles →Christian Antidormi plays Tiberius Licinius Crassus (10 episodes)
Christian Antidormi was born on May 20, 1992 and is currently 31 years old.
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Jared Turner plays Lucius Furius (10 episodes)
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Bonnie Sveen plays CHADARA (4 episodes)
Bonnie Sveen was born on July 14, 1988 and is currently 35 years old.
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Laura Surrich was born on January 17, 1988 in Auckland, New Zealand. She is an actress, known for The Cure, Diagnosis...
See Laura Surrich's other roles →Ayse Tezel plays canthara (2 episodes)
Ayse Tezel was born on September 19, 1980 and is currently 43 years old.
See Ayse Tezel's other roles →Graham Vincent plays Pollux (3 episodes)
David Stott plays Herius (1 episode)
Joshua Randall plays Mettius (1 episode) , Iovis (2 episodes)
Sam Snedden plays Guard (1 episode)
Harry Stanbridge plays Publius (2 episodes)
Francis Mossman plays Vitus (uncredited) (3 episodes)
Francis Mossman was born on April 14, 1988 and passed away 2 years ago at the age of 33 on August 14, 2021.
See Francis Mossman's other roles →Bryce Langston plays Messenger (1 episode)
Sam Bunkall plays City Guard (2 episodes)
Colleen Davis plays Roman Mother (1 episode)
Brooke Williams plays Aurelia (6 episodes)
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See Brooke Williams's other roles →Kyle Rowling plays Drenis (1 episode)
Kyle Rowling was born on September 6, 1970 and is currently 53 years old.
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John Rawls was born on May 4, 1972 and is currently 52 years old.
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Aron Eastwood plays Tribune (1 episode)
Kyle Pryor plays Marcus (1 episode)
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John Way plays Capuan Man (2 episodes)
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Jon Brazier plays Ramel (2 episodes)
Eka Darville plays Pietros (6 episodes)
Eka Darville was born on April 11, 1989 and is currently 35 years old.
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Matthew Chamberlain plays Ovidius (3 episodes)
Catherine Boniface plays Priestess (1 episode)
Reuben De Jong plays Theokoles (1 episode)
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Tim Cronin plays Ludus Guard (2 episodes)
Matt Gillanders plays Marcellus (2 episodes)
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Owain Pennington plays Bat Guard (1 episode)
Jonathan Costelloe plays Cart Driver (1 episode)
Raicho Vasilev plays Gnaeus (6 episodes)
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Robert McCulley plays Vibius (1 episode)
Stephen Butterworth plays Slave Trader (1 episode)
Steven Smith plays Recruit #4 (1 episode)
Brooke Harman plays Licinia (3 episodes)
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John Bach was born on June 5, 1946 and is currently 77 years old.
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Mark Mitchinson was born on July 6, 1966 and is currently 57 years old.
See Mark Mitchinson's other roles →Marlow Robinson plays Janus (2 episodes)
Phil Grieve plays Pompeii Magistrate (1 episode)
Phil Grieve was born on April 2, 1966 and is currently 58 years old.
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Craig Parker plays Claudius Glaber (3 episodes)
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Janine Burchett plays Domitia (6 episodes)
Lliam Powell plays Numerius (6 episodes)
Tania Nolan plays Caecilia (3 episodes)
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Michael Morris plays Vesper (2 episodes)
Andrew Laing plays Sextus (1 episode)
Ioane King plays Rhaskos (6 episodes)
Matthew J. Saville plays Guard (2 episodes)
Vanessa Cater plays Verenda (uncredited) (2 episodes)
Shadon Meredith plays Male Slave (1 episode)
Dylan Hopkins plays Ovidius Son (1 episode)
Crew of Spartacus
Discover the backstage crew of Spartacus →- Andy Whitfield
- John Hannah
- Erin Cummings
- Luna Rioumina
- Ditch Davey
- Blessing Mokgohloa
- Jenna Lind
- Gwendoline Taylor
- Simon Merrells
- Todd Lasance
- Christian Antidormi
- Anna Hutchison
- Roy Snow
- Jared Turner
- John Wraight
- Daniel Feuerriegel
- Luke Pegler
- Aaron Jakubenko
- Delaney Tabron
- Bonnie Sveen
- Laura Surrich
- Ayse Tezel
- Graham Vincent
- David Stott
- Joshua Randall
- Sam Snedden
- Harry Stanbridge
- Francis Mossman
- Bryce Langston
- Sam Bunkall
- Colleen Davis
- Brooke Williams
- Kyle Rowling
- John Rawls
- Kevin J. Wilson
- Aron Eastwood
- Kyle Pryor
- Sammy Shore
- Scott Polkinghorne
- John Way
- Karlos Drinkwater
- Marcus Johnson
- Jon Brazier
- Eka Darville
- Greg Ward
- Matthew Chamberlain
- Catherine Boniface
- Reuben De Jong
- Dylan Hopkins
- Tim Cronin
- Matt Gillanders
- Francis Mountjoy
- Owain Pennington
- Jonathan Costelloe
- Raicho Vasilev
- Mike Edward
- Robert McCulley
- Stephen Butterworth
- Steven Smith
- Brooke Harman
- Jai Courtney
- John Bach
- Mark Mitchinson
- Marlow Robinson
- Phil Grieve
- Lesley-Ann Brandt
- Tim Foley
- Craig Parker
- David Austin
- Janine Burchett
- Lliam Powell
- Tania Nolan
- Mia Pistorius
- Michael Morris
- Andrew Laing
- Ioane King
- Matthew J. Saville
- Vanessa Cater
- Shadon Meredith