Gladiator

Directed by

Ridley Scott

Starring

Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen

Runtime

2h 35m

Rated

R

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.