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Movie

Gladiator(2000)

ActionDramaAdventure
Directed by Ridley Scott
Runtime 155 min
Written by David Franzoni, William Nicholson, John Logan
IMDb8.2/10

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Russell CroweJoaquin PhoenixConnie NielsenOliver ReedRichard HarrisDerek JacobiDjimon HounsouDavid Schofield

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