Gladiator

2000 · 155 min · ★ 8.2 / 10 · 21588 votes

Action · Drama · Adventure

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 · Joaquin Phoenix · Connie Nielsen · Oliver Reed · Richard Harris · Derek Jacobi · Djimon Hounsou · David Schofield · John Shrapnel · Tomas Arana

Director

Ridley Scott