Poster for the movie "Gladiator"

Gladiator (2000)

R 171 min - Action, Drama, Adventure - 1 May 2000
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In the year 180, the death of emperor Marcus Aurelius throws the Roman Empire into chaos. Maximus is one of the Roman army's most capable and trusted generals and a key advisor to the emperor. As Marcus' devious son Commodus ascends to the throne, Maximus is set to be executed. He escapes, but is captured by slave traders. Renamed Spaniard and forced to become a gladiator, Maximus must battle to the death with other men for the amusement of paying audiences.

Director:  Ridley Scott

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Storyline

In the year 180, the death of emperor Marcus Aurelius throws the Roman Empire into chaos. Maximus is one of the Roman army's most capable and trusted generals and a key advisor to the emperor. As Marcus' devious son Commodus ascends to the throne, Maximus is set to be executed. He escapes, but is captured by slave traders. Renamed Spaniard and forced to become a gladiator, Maximus must battle to the death with other men for the amusement of paying audiences.


Collections: Ridley Scott

Tagline: A Hero Will Rise.

Genres: Action, Drama, Adventure

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Language:  English
Release Date:  1 May 2000

Box Office

Budget:  $103,000,000
Revenue:  $460,583,960

Technical Specs

Runtime:  2 h 51 min