Spartacus

1. S01E01The Red SerpentJanuary 22, 2010 7.9A Thracian warrior, enlisted by the Romans to fight, has his destiny sealed by an act of rebellious violence. As punishment he is torn away
2. S01E02Sacramentum GladiatorumJanuary 29, 2010 7.7Enslaved in gladiatorial school, the newly christened Spartacus must try to suppress his desire for vengeance when his new master promises t
3. S01E03LegendsFebruary 5, 2010 7.9Though Spartacus has proven himself during training and now wears the attire of a gladiator, his coarse attitude and relentless quest to see
4. S01E04The Thing In the PitFebruary 12, 2010 8.0Having performed shamefully in the arena against Crixus, Spartacus is forced to fight in the Pits for Batiatus, who is increasingly plagued
5. S01E05Shadow GamesFebruary 19, 2010 8.6When Batiatus is presented with a gladiatorial opportunity of a lifetime, Spartacus and Crixus must overcome their mutual hostility to fight
6. S01E06Delicate ThingsFebruary 26, 2010 8.4With the glory and riches reaped from Spartacus' victory in the arena, it appears that his long-desired reward will be granted when Batiatus
7. S01E07Great and Unfortunate ThingsMarch 5, 2010 8.1Overcome by the pressure of Batiatus' control, Spartacus must make a choice: leave his past behind and assume the mantle of a champion gladi
8. S01E08Mark of the BrotherhoodMarch 12, 2010 7.9As Spartacus embraces his new role as champion, Batiatus purchases a fresh lot of slaves during an auction to be trained as gladiators and p
9. S01E09WhoreMarch 19, 2010 8.3Batiatus breaks the news that Spartacus is to service Licinia, the richest woman in Rome. Worried that Spartacus may be unable to satisfy ha
10. S01E10Party FavorsMarch 26, 2010 8.7Spartacus and Crixus are set up to fight in an exhibition match for Numerius' 15th birthday, but Crixus is intent on blood. However, interfe
11. S01E11Old WoundsApril 2, 2010 8.3Gripped by guilt and mourning, Spartacus hovers on the brink and is plagued with disturbing visions and dreams. Meanwhile, Batiatus plots re
12. S01E12RevelationsApril 9, 2010 8.6Lucretia and Batiatus eagerly await the arrival of Gaius Claudius Glaber with the hopes of receiving his patronage for the ludus. Barely hea
13. S01E13Season's bestKill Them AllApril 16, 2010 8.8Discontent within the ludus grows as Spartacus continues to plan his revenge upon Batiatus. Unaware of the looming threat from the gladiator

Season 1 ranked & reviewed

1. S02E01FugitivusJanuary 27, 2012 7.7Spartacus discovers the grave responsibilities and costs in his new role as a leader of freed slaves. Claudius Glaber's arrival in Capua for
2. S02E02A Place in This WorldFebruary 3, 2012 7.6Spartacus liberates a Roman villa, but its slaves are wary. Oenomaus throws himself into the brutal Pits, and Glaber supports Lucretia's pro
3. S02E03The Greater GoodFebruary 10, 2012 7.9Spartacus must navigate a divide that opens up among the gladiators after news of Naevia's fate. Lucretia reveals a long-held secret to gain
4. S02E04Empty HandsFebruary 17, 2012 8.1Spartacus leads survivors through the woods, but Crixus returns to a place of past suffering. Lucretia pries into Ilithyia's affairs, seekin
5. S02E05Season's bestLibertusFebruary 24, 2012 8.6Spartacus leads a bold mission to free Crixus from the Romans, but a storied gladiator from the House of Batiatus complicates matters. Ilith
6. S02E06Chosen PathMarch 2, 2012 8.1Spartacus urges his rebels to train for the defense of their new sanctuary. Lucretia and Ilithyia seek comfort from each other, while Glaber
7. S02E07SacramentumMarch 9, 2012 8.2Spartacus and his rebels try to increase their numbers by freeing fighters enslaved in foreign wars. Lucretia recruits one of her husband's
8. S02E08BalanceMarch 16, 2012 8.2Spartacus gets a chance for vengeance when a prominent Roman is captured. The intrigue amongst Glaber and the women surrounding him heats up
9. S02E09MonstersMarch 23, 2012 8.5Spartacus must convince his people to unite against a Roman assault. Lucretia struggles to be free from the commands of men who threaten her
10. S02E10Wrath of the GodsMarch 30, 2012 8.4Dwindling supplies and a superior enemy brings the rebellion to its knees. Spartacus must restore hope to his people as they careen towards

Season 2 ranked & reviewed

1. S03E01Enemies of RomeJanuary 25, 2013 8.2Spartacus continues to build a formidable army and outwit Rome's best commanders. The powers of the Empire are forced to turn to wealthy, am
2. S03E02Wolves at the GateFebruary 1, 2013 8.2Spartacus leads a daring assault to provide food and shelter for his people. Crassus builds a fearsome army and receives an unexpected visit
3. S03E03Men of HonorFebruary 8, 2013 7.9Spartacus considers striking a deal with a band of marauders to ensure his people stay supplied and fed. Crassus's son Tiberius makes a bold
4. S03E04DecimationFebruary 22, 2013 7.6The possible infiltration of a Roman spy causes tension between Spartacus and his men. Crassus resurrects a long abandoned form of Roman pun
5. S03E05Blood BrothersMarch 1, 2013 8.0Spartacus puts a plan in motion to weaken Crassus's forces and gain the upper hand. Betrayal threatens to foil the plan.
6. S03E06Spoils of WarMarch 8, 2013 7.9As Crassus leads an onslaught against the rebel-occupied city, Gannicus is trapped behind enemy lines. Tiberius is tasked by Crassus to hold
7. S03E07Mors IndeceptaMarch 15, 2013 7.8Their forces trapped on an impassable ridge, Spartacus and Crixus clash over the method of escape. Crassus has increasing difficulty control
8. S03E08Separate PathsMarch 22, 2013 8.2Spartacus and the rebels arrive at a crossroads. With the relentless Crassus driving his men hard in the pursuit of Spartacus, the conflict
9. S03E09Season's bestThe Dead and the DyingApril 5, 2013 8.4Crassus learns that a fellow prominent Roman is attempting to steal the glory of defeating Spartacus. Spartacus aims to secure a bargaining
10. S03E10VictoryApril 12, 2013 8.4Spartacus and his outnumbered rebels make one last attempt to win freedom in an epic final battle against the Romans.

Season 3 ranked & reviewed