Gladiator

What we do in life echoes in eternity.

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.

Directed by

Ridley Scott

Written by

David Franzoni · William Nicholson · John Logan

Studio

Universal Pictures · Scott Free Productions