Gladiators: Warriors of the Ancient World

Season 1 Episode 1: Spartacus: Rise of the Gladiator

75 BCE, Spartacus, a soldier enslaved by Rome and forced into gladiatorial combat leads fellow gladiators in a daring escape. Disaffected slaves join him, sparking a massive rebellion that defeats Roman legions. His story shows how closely linked gladiators were to the politics of the Roman Republic. Though he’s ultimately defeated, his legacy lives on as a symbol of freedom.

Genre:

Documentary

Seasons:

1

Episodes:

6

Cast:

Shushma Malik, Corey Brennan, Jerry Toner

Quality:

HD

Duration:

44 min

First Air:

2025

Rating:

8.0