Gladiator

Synopsis: Set in Roman times, a banished Roman General fights his way back as a gladiator. The only power stronger than the Emperor is the greatest hero in all of the Empire.

Starring:  Russell Crowe, Oliver Reed, Joaquin Phoenix, David Hemmings, Richard Harris, Connie Nielsen, Tommy Flanagan 

Director:  Ridley Scott

Released:  
May 5, 2000 (theater)
November 21, 2000 (video) 

Rating:   for intense, graphic combat