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Ridley Scott's masterful historical epic

Ridley Scott's masterful historical epic

Summary

Ridley Scott's film "Gladiator" tells the story of Maximus Decimus Meridius, a Roman general who is betrayed by the emperor's son and sold into slavery as a gladiator. The movie, first shown in 2000, contains graphic violence and is available for streaming for 24 more days.

Key Facts

  • "Gladiator" is directed by Ridley Scott.
  • The main character, Maximus Decimus Meridius, is a Roman general.
  • Maximus is betrayed by Commodus, the son of the Roman emperor.
  • After the betrayal, Maximus is enslaved and trained as a gladiator.
  • The movie was first released in 2000.
  • The film is available for streaming for the next 24 days.
  • The movie has graphic violence and some upsetting scenes.
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