This report covers the first episode of the Starz miniseries , titled " Past Transgressions ". This six-part prequel was created to provide background on the House of Batiatus while lead actor Andy Whitfield underwent treatment for Non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Episode Overview Title: " Past Transgressions " Air Date: January 21, 2011
Characters like Oenomaus (Peter Mensah), Ashur (Nick E. Tarabay), and Barca (Antonio Te Maioha) appear in earlier roles, with Oenomaus still serving as a gladiator before becoming Doctore . This report covers the first episode of the
A younger, ambitious Quintus Batiatus (John Hannah) manages his father's gladiator school ( ludus ) while his father is away in Sicily. He schemes to gain social standing and secure a place for his gladiators in the opening games of a massive new arena. Key Characters & Plot Points Tarabay), and Barca (Antonio Te Maioha) appear in