Gladiator

2000 Ridley Scott 2h 35m ★ 8.2
Action Drama Adventure
Gladiator

After the death of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, his devious son takes power and demotes Maximus, one of Rome's most capable generals who Marcus preferred. Eventually, Maximus is forced to become a gladiator and battle to the death against other men for the amusement of paying audiences.

Cast

Russell Crowe Russell Crowe Maximus
Joaquin Phoenix Joaquin Phoenix Commodus
Connie Nielsen Connie Nielsen Lucilla
Oliver Reed Oliver Reed Proximo
Richard Harris Richard Harris Marcus Aurelius
Derek Jacobi Derek Jacobi Gracchus
Djimon Hounsou Djimon Hounsou Juba
David Schofield David Schofield Falco

Vibes

Energized Emotional Heart Pounding Visually Stunning Crowd Pleaser

Double Feature Pairings

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