The central theme of MMXII is the burden of leadership. Unlike the first season, where the goal was the singular escape from the House of Batiatus, Vengeance forces Spartacus (now played by Liam McIntyre) to evolve from a fighter into a politician and strategist. He is no longer just responsible for his own life or the memory of his wife, Sura; he is responsible for a growing army of liberated slaves with conflicting loyalties.
The premiere was a major success for Starz , drawing over 2 million viewers and surpassing the debut of the prequel season, Gods of the Arena . 2. Spartacus MMXII: The Beginning (Adult Feature) spartacus mmxii