Spartacus: House of Ashur season 1 episode 6 release date and time, what’s next, and everything you need to know

Spartacus: House of Ashur season 1 episode 6, titled Empty Things, will be released on January 2, 2026, for U.S. viewers. However, fans in the UK and internationally will be able to watch the episode on January 3, 2026.

This episode will continue the series' dramatic mix of political intrigue and gladiatorial fighting. Episode 6 will come out on STARZ. Fans are eager to see how the story will unfold next, especially as Ashur’s popularity grows, but at a devastating cost.

The official synopsis of episode 6, according to Rotten Tomatoes, reads,

"Ashur's popularity within Capua soars, but at a devastating cost."

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Release timings of Spartacus: House of Ashur season 1 episode 6 in different regions

Spartacus: House of Ashur season 1 episode 6 is set to release on January 2, 2026, for U.S. viewers and January 3, 2026, for international audiences. The following table provides the exact release times for all major time zones.

You can catch the episode on cable or digitally via STARZ Play App, Amazon Prime (for the U.S.), or MGM+ (for the UK). It will also be available as an extension on Hulu in the U.S.

Spartacus: House of Ashur season 1 consists of 10 episodes. Five shows have come out so far, and five more are still to come. The last show of the season will come out on January 30, 2025.

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A brief recap of episode 5

Spartacus: House of Ashur season 1 episode 6 will be releasing on January 2, 2026 (Image via YouTube/STARZ)

In Spartacus: House of Ashur season 1 episode 5, Goddess of Death, political and gladiatorial conflict escalates. Caesar and Cornelia's entrance to Ashur's palace changes power. Caesar tries to influence Ashur politically and personally.

As Caesar's gladiator plans evolve, Ashur faces more political traps. Achillia, Ashur's champion, faces a difficult arena test in the episode. Achillia defeats a much larger opponent despite the odds, but is severely injured. Ashur's personal troubles will persist after her victory.

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What to expect from Spartacus: House of Ashur season 1 episode 6

Spartacus: House of Ashur season 1 episode 6 will be releasing on January 2, 2026 (Image via YouTube/STARZ)

In episode 6, Empty Things, Ashur must deal with the implications of his newfound power and sacrifices. Political forces and his opponents challenge him as his popularity grows.

Ashur will make tough decisions with Achillia that could affect his house and his reign. This episode will test Ashur's leadership and explore the cost of ambition and survival.

Further exploration of Ashur's inner troubles and violent gladiatorial fight are expected. The series will investigate the intricate power relations between Ashur, his gladiators, and the Roman elite, setting the foundation for even bigger problems in future episodes.

Major events to expect from episode 6

• Ashur's popularity in Capua rises, but his triumph could destroy his kingdom.
• The gladiators of Ashur face a horrific battle that could determine their fate.
• Political maneuvering intensifies as Ashur faces greater pressure from both the Roman elite and his personal adversaries. His decisions in this episode will have lasting consequences for his quest for power.

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Spartacus: House of Ashur is available to stream on STARZ, the STARZ Play App, Amazon Prime, and Hulu (in the U.S.) and MGM+ (in the UK).

Edited by Rajan Bhattacharya