Gladiator

2000

Directed by

Ridley Scott, Ridley Scott

Starring

Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen

Runtime

2h 35m

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.