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The Best Episodes of Spartacus

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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.

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    Spartacus Season 1 Episode 13 - Kill Them All
    9.2/10(44 votes)

    #1 - Kill Them All

    S1:E13

    In the season finale, Spartacus enlists the help of an accomplice in order to get his revenge.

    Director:Jesse Warn
    Writer:Steven S. DeKnight

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  2. Spartacus Season 2 Episode 10 - Wrath of the Gods
    8.9/10(35 votes)

    #2 - Wrath of the Gods

    S2:E10

    When a shortage in supplies has the rebellion about to fail, Spartacus tries his best to give his men hope.

    Director:Jesse Warn
    Writer:Steven S. DeKnight

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  3. Spartacus Season 3 Episode 10 - Victory
    8.7/10(47 votes)

    #3 - Victory

    S3:E10

    Spartacus and his outnumbered rebels make one last attempt to win freedom in an epic final battle against the Romans.

    Director:Rick Jacobson
    Writer:Steven S. DeKnight

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  4. Spartacus Season 3 Episode 9 - The Dead and the Dying
    8.6/10(31 votes)

    #4 - The Dead and the Dying

    S3:E9

    Crassus learns that a fellow prominent Roman is attempting to steal the glory of defeating Spartacus. Spartacus aims to secure a bargaining chip he can use against the Romans.

    Director:Michael Hurst
    Writer:Jeffrey Bell

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  5. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 5 - Shadow Games
    8.3/10(42 votes)

    #5 - Shadow Games

    S1:E5

    Batiatus 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.

    Director:Michael Hurst
    Writer:Miranda Kwok

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  6. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 10 - Party Favors
    8.2/10(38 votes)

    #6 - Party Favors

    S1:E10

    Numerius 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.

    Director:Chris Martin-Jones
    Writers:Miranda Kwok, Brent Fletcher

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  7. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 11 - Old Wounds
    8.2/10(35 votes)

    #7 - Old Wounds

    S1:E11

    Spartacus hovers on the brink. Meanwhile, Batiatus plots revenge against his enemies.

    Director:Glenn Standring
    Writer:Daniel Knauf

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  8. Spartacus Season 2 Episode 5 - Libertus
    8.2/10(35 votes)

    #8 - Libertus

    S2:E5

    In an ironic twist of fate, a gladiator from the house of Batiatus will stand in the way of Spartacus trying to free Crixus from Roman captivity. Ilithyia's scheming puts her marriage to Glaber at risk.

    Director:Rick Jacobson
    Writers:Aaron Helbing, Todd Helbing

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  9. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 9 - Whore
    8.1/10(39 votes)

    #9 - Whore

    S1:E9

    Batiatus breaks the news that Spartacus is to service the richest woman in Rome.

    Director:Michael Hurst
    Writer:Daniel Knauf

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  10. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 12 - Revelations
    8.1/10(35 votes)

    #10 - Revelations

    S1:E12

    Lucretia and Batiatus await the arrival of Glaber with the intentions to receive his patronage, while Spartacus focuses his attention on his plan for revenge.

    Director:Michael Hurst
    Writer:Brent Fletcher

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  11. Spartacus Season 2 Episode 9 - Monsters
    8.0/10(34 votes)

    #11 - Monsters

    S2:E9

    Spartacus has to once again use his leadership skills to convince his band of rebels to unite against the Roman assault. Lucretia struggles to get rid of those men standing in the way of her fate.

    Director:T.J. Scott
    Writer:Brent Fletcher

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  12. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 6 - Delicate Things
    7.9/10(40 votes)

    #12 - Delicate Things

    S1:E6

    Lies, 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.

    Director:Rick Jacobson
    Writers:Tracy Bellomo, Andrew Chambliss

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  13. Spartacus Season 2 Episode 6 - Chosen Path
    7.9/10(32 votes)

    #13 - Chosen Path

    S2:E6

    Spartacus and his rebels train hard to keep their new sanctuary safe while Glaber's forces are made stronger with the enlistment of some new deadly recruits. Lucretia and Ilithyia become close again.

    Director:Michael Hurst
    Writer:Misha Green

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  14. Spartacus Season 3 Episode 5 - Blood Brothers
    7.8/10(30 votes)

    #14 - Blood Brothers

    S3:E5

    Spartacus puts a plan in motion to weaken Crassus's forces and gain the upper hand. Betrayal threatens to foil the plan.

    Director:T.J. Scott
    Writer:Allison Miller

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  15. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 8 - Mark of the Brotherhood
    7.7/10(38 votes)

    #15 - Mark of the Brotherhood

    S1:E8

    Batiatus purchases a fresh batch of slaves during an auction to be trained as gladiators and ponders the idea of selling Crixus.

    Director:Rowan Woods
    Writers:Aaron Helbing, Todd Helbing

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  16. Spartacus Season 2 Episode 7 - Sacramentum
    7.7/10(33 votes)

    #16 - Sacramentum

    S2:E7

    Spartacus and his group of rebels attempt to free those who became slaves by falling in foreign wars while Lucretia manages to recruit one of her husband's former gladiators.

    Director:Jesse Warn
    Writer:Seamus Kevin Fahey

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  17. Spartacus Season 3 Episode 7 - Mors Indecepta
    7.7/10(30 votes)

    #17 - Mors Indecepta

    S3:E7

    Their forces trapped on an impassable, snowbound ridge, Spartacus and Crixus clash over the method of escape. Crassus discovers it increasingly difficult to control the actions of those closest to him.

    Director:Jesse Warn
    Writers:David Kob, Mark Leitner

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  18. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 1 - The Red Serpent
    7.6/10(156 votes)

    #18 - The Red Serpent

    S1:E1

    The 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.

    Director:Rick Jacobson
    Writer:Steven S. DeKnight

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  19. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 2 - Sacramentum Gladiatorum
    7.6/10(65 votes)

    #19 - Sacramentum Gladiatorum

    S1:E2

    Enslaved 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.

    Director:Rick Jacobson
    Writer:Steven S. DeKnight

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  20. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 4 - The Thing in the Pit
    7.6/10(51 votes)

    #20 - The Thing in the Pit

    S1:E4

    Having 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.

    Director:Jesse Warn
    Writers:Aaron Helbing, Todd Helbing

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  21. Spartacus Season 2 Episode 8 - Balance
    7.6/10(33 votes)

    #21 - Balance

    S2:E8

    While Spartacus finds an opportunity to get revenge, Glaber is surrounded by intrigue.

    Director:Chris Martin-Jones
    Writer:Jed Whedon

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  22. Spartacus Season 3 Episode 6 - Spoils of War
    7.6/10(31 votes)

    #22 - Spoils of War

    S3:E6

    As Crassus leads an onslaught against the rebel-occupied city, Gannicus finds himself trapped behind enemy lines. Tiberius is tasked by Crassus to hold a celebration in honor of a man he despises.

    Director:Mark Beesley
    Writer:Jed Whedon

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  23. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 7 - Great and Unfortunate Things
    7.5/10(37 votes)

    #23 - Great and Unfortunate Things

    S1:E7

    Overcome 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.

    Director:Jesse Warn
    Writers:Brent Fletcher, Steven S. DeKnight

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  24. Spartacus Season 3 Episode 2 - Wolves at the Gate
    7.5/10(31 votes)

    #24 - Wolves at the Gate

    S3:E2

    Spartacus leads a daring assault to provide food and shelter for his people. Crassus builds a fearsome army and receives an unexpected visitor.

    Director:Jesse Warn
    Writers:Aaron Helbing, Todd Helbing

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  25. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 3 - Legends
    7.4/10(53 votes)

    #25 - Legends

    S1:E3

    Though 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.

    Director:Grady Hall
    Writer:Brent Fletcher

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Best Episodes Summary

"Kill Them All" is the best rated episode of "Spartacus". It scored 9.2/10 based on 44 votes. Directed by Jesse Warn and written by Steven S. DeKnight, it aired on 4/23/2010. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "Wrath of the Gods".