'Spartacus: House of Ashur' Is A "What If" Sequel Where The Romans Won, Coming This Winter
Based on the teaser trailer above, the sequel series will introduce Tenika Davis ( Wrong Turn ) as a formidable new gladiatrix (female gladiator), Achillia, whom Ashur introduces as 'a sight never before witnessed in the arena'.
The only other cast member returning from the original series seems to be Lucy Lawless, who will reprise her role as Lucretia, who will also be resurrected in this upcoming alternate reality take on the franchise, where the Romans won. Spartacus: The House of Ashur arrives this winter, exclusively on Starz.
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