Set in ancient Rome, Gladiator is the epic tale of Maximus Decimus Meridius (Russell Crowe), a respected Roman general who is betrayed by Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix), the power-hungry son of Emperor Marcus Aurelius (Richard Harris).

After Commodus murders his father and seizes the throne, Maximus refuses to pledge loyalty to him. As punishment, Commodus orders Maximus’s execution and the slaughter of his family. Maximus narrowly escapes but is captured by slavers. Stripped of his rank and identity, he is sold to Proximo (Oliver Reed), a gladiator trainer, and forced into the brutal life of the arena.

Experience a cinematic masterpiece that combines stunning visuals, powerful performances, and a gripping storyline. Crowe’s commanding presence and the spectacular fight sequences make this a defining film in the epic genre.