I will admit to have doubts about the actor chosen as the fierce warrior Spartacus but after having watched the first episode, those fears evaporated in seconds. What I wrote: Andy as Spartacus is a revelation. So instead of giving my usual running commentary on the episode, I've decided to showcase each character and what became of them in this episode. So what happens in Episode 13? The body count in this episode exceeds all the other 12 episodes combined. Usually you will get 2-3 standouts but to have an ensemble cast such as Spartacus and to have them ALL be incredible is just mind blowing. From an acting standpoint, I have NEVER seen a show with so many talented actors in one place. From a writing standpoint it's just incredible. What an absolute MEGA MONSTER HIT this show has become! What incredible writing by Steven DeKnight. Not surprised at all.Īnd now to Episode 13 Season Finale "Kill Them All" I am NOT surprised that Starz is thrilled with this series. Forget the media hype about the sex, nudity and violence yes you have those but they are secondary to the actual story. It has ALL the elements of a great show: great writing, excellent direction, wonderful characters, superb actors and a seriously good plot. I'm going to make another prediction - this will be a MEGA MONSTER HIT show. How many men would you kill? A hundred? A thousand? - Spartacus to Batiatusįlashback to 22 November 2009 and my preview/review of Episode 2 "What would you do to hold your wife again, to feel the warmth of her skin, the taste of her lips. Spartacus' fury culminates in the stunning season finale DeKnight (written by) Brent Fletcher (story editor), Aaron Helbing (staff writer), Todd Helbing Writing credits (in alphabetical order) Steven S. Spartacus Blood and Sand Episode 13 Recap / Review by MaryDĭirected by Steven S.