Liam McIntyre started Spartacus with some big sandals to fill. He took on the role of the historical warrior in the acclaimed Starz action-drama during the show’s second proper season after former series lead Andy Whitfield tragically passed away due to cancer. As his first major role, fans of the series worried whether McIntyre had what it would take to step into the role. News that Whitfield blessed the casting of a new lead helped, but McIntyre was able to win over fans and critics alike with a strong performance that was true to the character his predecessor had created without coming of as imitation. The show is currently in its third and final season, subtitled “War of the Damned,” which has been hailed by reviewers for its powerful storytelling, deep characters and beautifully grim atmosphere.
DA MAN: You have described feeling a bit like Spartacus yourself when you started on Season 2, in that you felt like you had to earn the trust and respect of your fellow actors in order to lead them. How did
DA MAN: You have described feeling a bit like Spartacus yourself when you started on Season 2, in that you felt like you had to earn the trust and respect of your fellow actors in order to lead them. How did