Gladiator

May 4, 2000 • ⭐ 8.2

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.

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Stars

Russell Crowe — Maximus

Joaquin Phoenix — Commodus

Connie Nielsen — Lucilla

Oliver Reed — Proximo

Richard Harris — Marcus Aurelius

Derek Jacobi — Gracchus

Djimon Hounsou — Juba

David Schofield — Falco

John Shrapnel — Gaius

Tomas Arana — Quintus

Director

Ridley Scott

Release Date

May 4, 2000