Gladiator
Gladiator
“ What we do in life echoes in eternity. ”
CINEMA2000-05-04
DIGITAL2016-01-07
RegionGB / US
Runtime155 MIN
Media TypeMovie
Storyline
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.
DIRECTOR / Director
Ridley Scott
KEYWORDS
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Collection: Gladiator Collection
The Gladiator Collection presents epic historical dramas set in ancient Rome, centered around themes of honor, vengeance, and power. With intense gladiatorial combat and sweeping storytelling, it captures the brutality and grandeur of the empire while exploring personal sacrifice and political intrigue.
