Overview
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.
DirectorRidley Scott
ProducersBranko Lustig, Douglas Wick, David Franzoni
ScreenplayWilliam Nicholson, John Logan, David Franzoni
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LanguageEnglish
Production companiesUniversal Pictures, Scott Free Productions, Red Wagon Entertainment, Mill Film, DreamWorks Pictures
Budget103000000
TaglineWhat we do in life echoes in eternity.
