The legendary "Spartacus" franchise returns with a high-stakes, history-bending "What If" scenario in This ten-episode series, which premiered on STARZ on December 5, 2025, sees original creator Steven S. DeKnight resurrecting one of the most hated and brilliant villains of the original series: the Syrian schemer, Ashur. The Premiere: Episode 01 – "Dominus"
The episode features a shocking scene where Ashur kills a Roman soldier, Rhodius, in cold blood to assert his strength, much to the disapproval of his new Doctore, Korris (Graham McTavish). Cast and Key Characters spartacus: house of ashur s01e01 hdrip
The series opener, titled immediately establishes its alternate timeline. In this version of history, Ashur (Nick E. Tarabay) does not meet his gruesome end at the hands of Naevia on Mount Vesuvius. Instead, the episode begins with a surreal encounter in the underworld where the specter of Lucretia (guest star Lucy Lawless) offers him a second chance. Cast and Key Characters The series opener, titled