The next chapter of Spartacus: House of Ashur is almost here. Episode 6, titled “Empty Things,” arrives this week, promising major consequences for the power-hungry Ashur. Following the dramatic arena debut of the gladiatrix Achillia, this new episode is set to test the limits of ambition in Capua. Fans will not have to wait long to see what happens next.
The Exact Release Schedule for Episode 6
Spartacus: House of Ashur Episode 6 will be available on Friday, January 2, 2026. For viewers in the United States, it will premiere at 9:00 PM Eastern Time (ET). The episode is expected to be around 52 minutes long.
For international audiences, here is when you can watch based on your time zone:
- United Kingdom: Saturday, January 3 at 2:00 AM GMT.
- India: Saturday, January 3 at 7:30 AM IST.
- Australia (Sydney): Saturday, January 3 at 1:00 PM AEDT.
New episodes of the series have been released weekly on Fridays, and this schedule continues with Episode 6.
Where to Watch the New Episode
Spartacus: House of Ashur is a STARZ original series, so you will need access to that platform to watch. The show is not available for free on any platform.
In the United States, viewers have several options to watch on January 2:
- The STARZ cable channel.
- The STARZ app.
- Hulu with the STARZ add-on.
- Amazon Prime Video Channels by adding STARZ.
- Spectrum On Demand.
For viewers in the United Kingdom, the series is available through an MGM+ subscription. In Australia, the show is an exclusive on the Stan streaming service. Audiences in other countries should check local streaming services for STARZ availability.
What Happened Before and What’s Next
The story of House of Ashur explores an alternate history where the cunning former slave Ashur did not die. Instead, he was rewarded for his betrayal of Spartacus and given ownership of the very gladiator school, or ludus, he once served in. His goal is to build a grand spectacle to gain power and favor with Rome’s elite.
His key to success is Achillia, a fierce Nubian warrior he trains to become a revolutionary female gladiator. Their ambitions have drawn the attention of powerful Romans, including a manipulative Julius Caesar, who arrived in the previous episode.
Episode 5, “Goddess of Death,” featured Achillia’s long-awaited first fight in the arena. Facing a hostile crowd and a last-minute change by Senator Gabinius, she fought a massive male gladiator instead of the planned dwarf brothers. Using her speed and skill, Achillia won a brutal and shocking victory, finally earning the respect of the crowd and her fellow gladiators.
Episode 6, “Empty Things,” is expected to focus on the fallout from this success. A press release from STARZ hints that Ashur’s popularity in Capua will rise, but it will come at a “horrific cost”. Early previews suggest the tone will be darker and more political, dealing with the personal price of ambition.
“The spoiler information… is telling us that Ashur’s popularity over in Capua is going to rise… However, when it does, a horrific cost will be paid for it!”
The episode is directed by Debs Paterson and written by Eliana Pipes.
More About the Cast and Series
The series stars Nick E. Tarabay, who returns to his iconic role as Ashur. The main cast also includes Tenika Davis as the gladiatrix Achillia and Graham McTavish as the new Doctore, Korris. The show features guest appearances from original series stars, including Lucy Lawless as Lucretia.
Spartacus: House of Ashur is created and executive produced by Steven S. DeKnight, the original creator of the Spartacus franchise. The first season is planned for a total of 10 episodes, with four more to air after Episode 6. The season is scheduled to continue with new episodes through early February 2026.
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