On October 27, 2008, Starz announced plans for the production of Spartacus: Blood and Sand, an all new action television series based on the world of gladiators in the Roman Empire. The 13-episode hour-long series, debuting in winter of 2010, will use virtual environments to produce a graphic novel look and style.Market Watch: Starz Declares - "We Are 'Spartacus!'" (October 27, 2008) In March of 2009, it was announced that Andy Whitfield would play the lead role, cast alongside Lucy Lawless.
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The series will be based on the story of Spartacus, a Roman slave who led a revolt of 120,000 fighters in 73 BC. The producers promise the series will include rich characters, action, sex and combat.Market Watch: Starz Declares - "We Are 'Spartacus!'" (October 27, 2008)
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