May 21, 2003 - Production is now underway on USA Network's historic epic, "Spartacus." Goran Visnjic, best known for his role as Dr Kovac in the long-running TV series "ER," will star in the title role in the four-hour miniseries.
Robert Dornhelm is directing "Spartacus" and Robert Schenkkan ("The Quiet American") wrote the script. Filming is taking place in Bulgaria with USA Network aiming for an early 2004 premiere.
Joining Visnjic are Alan Bates as Draba, Angus Macfayden as Crassus, Rhona Mitra as Varinia, and James Frain as David.
"Spartacus" - The Official Synopsis
In 72 B.C., a time when the Roman Empire's brutal force was far-reaching, each country conquered meant new slaves to do their Roman masters' bidding. During this time, Spartacus, sold into slavery as a young boy after witnessing his father's murder, led a slave revolt against Rome's powerful generals and politicians. The profound impact of Spartacus' challenge to the Empire in the name of freedom was felt for years to come.
Source: USA Network
