Spartacus (s01) -

: After a devastating betrayal involving his wife and the death of his close friend Varro, Spartacus realizes that "a gladiator does not fear death; he embraces it".

(Season 1) premiered on STARZ on January 22, 2010. It is a gritty historical action drama that follows a Thracian warrior who is betrayed by Romans, sold into slavery, and forced to become a gladiator. Core Cast & Crew Spartacus (S01)

The season focuses on Spartacus's struggle for survival and his desperate search for his enslaved wife, Sura. : After a devastating betrayal involving his wife

: The season concludes with a violent slave uprising at Batiatus's villa, marking the beginning of the rebellion against the Roman Republic. Core Cast & Crew The season focuses on

: After initial failures, Spartacus earns his place as a top fighter and eventually gains the title of Champion.

: Portrayed by Andy Whitfield , whose performance was highly acclaimed before his tragic passing from non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2011. Lucretia : Played by Lucy Lawless . Quintus Lentulus Batiatus : Played by John Hannah . Doctore (Oenomaus) : Played by Peter Mensah . Crixus : Played by Manu Bennett . Creator/Writer : Steven S. DeKnight . Executive Producers : Sam Raimi and Rob Tapert . Season 1 Plot Summary

: Captured and bought by Batiatus, Spartacus undergoes brutal training in the ludus (gladiator school). He develops a fierce rivalry with Crixus, the Undefeated Gaul and Champion of Capua.