Blood and Sand

Torn from his homeland and the woman he loves, Spartacus is condemned to the brutal world of the arena where blood and death are primetime entertainment. But not all battles are fought upon the sands. Treachery, corruption, and the allure of sensual pleasures will constantly test Spartacus. To survive, he must become more than a man. More than a gladiator. He must become a legend.

1. 1The Red Serpent22 Jan 2010 · 55mThe Romans, in an effort to protect their homeland, seek the help of Thracian warrior Spartacus and his team of fighters. After a violent incident, Spartacus must enter the gladiator ring to face his punishment from the Romans.
2. 2Sacramentum Gladiatorum29 Jan 2010 · 53mEnslaved in gladiatorial school, the newly christened Spartacus must try to suppress his desire for vengeance when his new master promises to reunite him with his wife.
3. 3Legends5 Feb 2010 · 56mThough Spartacus proved himself during training and now wears the attire of a gladiator, his coarse attitude and relentless quest to see his wife isolates him from his fellow gladiators and Doctore.
4. 4The Thing in the Pit12 Feb 2010 · 50mHaving performed shamefully in the arena against Crixus, Spartacus is forced to fight in the Pits. Batiatus, determined to profit from Spartacus, may be at risk if his debts aren't repaid.
5. 5Shadow Games19 Feb 2010 · 56mBatiatus is presented with a gladiatorial opportunity of a lifetime. Spartacus and Crixus must overcome their mutual hostility to fight as a team against a legendary and unbeaten opponent.
6. 6Delicate Things26 Feb 2010 · 55mLies, distrust and duplicity plague the house of Batiatus and impact the hopes of both Barca and Spartacus, who have benefited from good fortune and envision a future away from the grounds. Barca expects to buy his and his male lover's way out, while Spartacus anticipates his promised reunion with his enslaved wife, part of his reward for a monumental victory in the arena. But just in case things go wrong, Spartacus dreams and schemes an escape plan.
7. 7Great and Unfortunate Things12 Mar 2010 · 51mOvercome by the pressure of Batiatus's control, Spartacus must make a choice: leave his past behind and assume the mantle of a champion gladiator, or die.
8. 8Mark of the Brotherhood19 Mar 2010 · 51mBatiatus purchases a fresh batch of slaves during an auction to be trained as gladiators and ponders the idea of selling Crixus.
9. 9Whore26 Mar 2010 · 51mBatiatus breaks the news that Spartacus is to service the richest woman in Rome.
10. 10Party Favors2 Apr 2010 · 52mNumerius is honored with an exhibition match for his birthday celebration at the ludus. Ilithyia gives Numerius a surprising gift, but asks for something in return.
11. 11Old Wounds9 Apr 2010 · 52mSpartacus hovers on the brink. Meanwhile, Batiatus plots revenge against his enemies.
12. 12Revelations16 Apr 2010 · 56mLucretia and Batiatus await the arrival of Glaber with the intentions to receive his patronage, while Spartacus focuses his attention on his plan for revenge.
13. 13Kill Them All23 Apr 2010 · 55mIn the season finale, Spartacus enlists the help of an accomplice in order to get his revenge.