Gladiator
Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen
A former Roman General sets out to exact vengeance against the corrupt emperor who murdered his family and sent him into slavery.
Why you'll love it
A former general seeks revenge against a corrupt emperor who murdered his family and sent him into slavery, highlighting themes of honor and vengeance.
Ben-Hur
Charlton Heston, Jack Hawkins, Stephen Boyd
A Jewish prince is betrayed and sent into slavery by a Roman friend in 1st-century Jerusalem, but it's not long before he regains his freedom and comes back for revenge.
Why you'll love it
The story of a Jewish prince who is betrayed and seeks revenge, featuring epic battles and themes of redemption.
Spartacus
Kirk Douglas, Laurence Olivier, Jean Simmons
The slave Spartacus survives brutal training as a gladiator and leads a violent revolt against the decadent Roman Republic, as the ambitious Crassus seeks to gain power by crushing the uprising.
Why you'll love it
A classic tale of a gladiator who leads a slave revolt against the Roman Empire, showcasing themes of freedom and rebellion.
300
Gerard Butler, Lena Headey, David Wenham
In the ancient battle of Thermopylae, King Leonidas and 300 Spartans fight against Xerxes and his massive Persian army.
Why you'll love it
A stylized retelling of the Battle of Thermopylae, focusing on the bravery of Spartan warriors against overwhelming odds.
Troy
Brad Pitt, Eric Bana, Orlando Bloom
An adaptation of Homer's great epic, the film follows the assault on Troy by the united Greek forces.
Why you'll love it
An epic retelling of the Trojan War, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and the consequences of war.