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The Best Episodes of Spartacus

Every episode of Spartacus ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Spartacus!

Best episode
S3E10 Victory
9.79,184 votes
Worst episode
S1E1 The Red Serpent
7.66,090 votes
Top season
Season 3
8.7avg
Binge time
1d 6h
33 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Spartacus Season 3 Episode 10 - Victory
    9.7/10(9184 votes)

    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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  2. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 13 - Kill Them All
    9.6/10(8118 votes)

    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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  3. Spartacus Season 2 Episode 10 - Wrath of the Gods
    9.3/10(5079 votes)

    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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  4. Spartacus Season 2 Episode 5 - Libertus
    9.2/10(4487 votes)

    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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  5. Spartacus Season 3 Episode 9 - The Dead and the Dying
    9.1/10(3808 votes)

    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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  6. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 10 - Party Favors
    9.0/10(4522 votes)

    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 12 - Revelations
    9.0/10(4267 votes)

    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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  8. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 5 - Shadow Games
    8.9/10(4769 votes)

    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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  9. Spartacus Season 3 Episode 8 - Separate Paths
    8.9/10(3671 votes)

    S3:E8

    Spartacus and the rebels arrive at a crossroads. With the relentless Crassus driving his men hard in the pursuit of Spartacus, the conflict between Tiberius and Caeser escalates.

    Director:T.J. Scott
    Writer:Brent Fletcher

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  10. Spartacus Season 2 Episode 9 - Monsters
    8.8/10(3435 votes)

    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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  11. Spartacus Season 3 Episode 5 - Blood Brothers
    8.8/10(3297 votes)

    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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  12. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 9 - Whore
    8.7/10(4233 votes)

    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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  13. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 11 - Old Wounds
    8.6/10(4004 votes)

    S1:E11

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

    Director:Glenn Standring
    Writer:Daniel Knauf

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  14. Spartacus Season 3 Episode 6 - Spoils of War
    8.6/10(3113 votes)

    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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  15. Spartacus Season 3 Episode 1 - Enemies of Rome
    8.5/10(3906 votes)

    S3:E1

    Spartacus continues to build a formidable army and outwit Romes best commanders. The powers of the Empire are forced to turn to wealthy, ambitious Marcus Crassus to aid the campaign.

    Director:Mark Beesley
    Writer:Steven S. DeKnight

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  16. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 6 - Delicate Things
    8.5/10(4185 votes)

    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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  17. Spartacus Season 3 Episode 7 - Mors Indecepta
    8.4/10(3008 votes)

    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 3 Episode 2 - Wolves at the Gate
    8.4/10(3193 votes)

    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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  19. Spartacus Season 2 Episode 7 - Sacramentum
    8.4/10(3223 votes)

    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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  20. Spartacus Season 2 Episode 8 - Balance
    8.3/10(3027 votes)

    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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  21. Spartacus Season 3 Episode 4 - Decimation
    8.3/10(3073 votes)

    S3:E4

    The possible infiltration of a Roman spy causes tension to mount between Spartacus and his men. Crassus resurrects a long abandoned form of Roman punishment to teach his soldiers a brutal lesson.

    Director:Michael Hurst
    Writer:Seamus Kevin Fahey

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  22. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 4 - The Thing in the Pit
    8.3/10(4283 votes)

    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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  23. Spartacus Season 3 Episode 3 - Men of Honor
    8.2/10(3053 votes)

    S3:E3

    Spartacus considers striking a deal with a band of marauders to ensure his people stay supplied and fed. Crassus's son Tiberius makes a bold and fateful decision.

    Director:John Fawcett
    Writer:Brent Fletcher

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  24. Spartacus Season 2 Episode 3 - The Greater Good
    8.2/10(3221 votes)

    S2:E3

    Spartacus is forced to mediate when the gladiators are close to divide into groups after news of Naevia's fate reaches them. Lucretia exchanges a long-held secret for some information and an attack puts the rebels at risk.

    Director:Brendan Maher
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Spartacus Season 1 Episode 8 - Mark of the Brotherhood
    8.2/10(3880 votes)

    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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Best Episodes Summary

"Victory" is the best rated episode of Spartacus. It scored 9.7/10 from 9,184 votes. Directed by Rick Jacobson and written by Steven S. DeKnight, it aired on April 12, 2013. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Kill Them All".

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