SpartacuscreatorSteven S. DeKnightis expanding the franchise once again with a new series currently indevelopmentatStarz.
DeKnight will serve as showrunner and executive producer of the as-yet-untitled project.
The next chapter will explore uncharted territory and new journeys of the original series iconic characters.
Steven S. DeKnight and Andy Whitfield in ‘Spartacus: Blood and Sand’Dennys Ilic Photography/Starz!/Everett Collection
Together we are crafting something truly unique and unusual for the next chapter in this epic story.
Spartacuswas the first of the franchise to premiere starring Andy Whitfield as the titular warrior.
Season 2, titledVengeance, premiered in 2012 following the death of Whitfield.
The new series will be produced by Lionsgate Television for Starz.
DeKnight is also currently producingQueen Nzingafor Starz.
He is represented by CAA, Anonymous Content, and Hansen, Jacobson, Teller, and Hoberman.
