The Legion

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.

Runtime

2h 35m

Director

Ridley Scott

Cast

Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen

In ancient Judea, a Jewish aristocrat opposing Roman occupation of his homeland reunites with his childhood friend, now a Roman commander — setting in motion a saga of betrayal, adventure, tragedy, revenge, and faith.

Runtime

3h 32m

Director

William Wyler

Cast

Charlton Heston, Stephen Boyd, Hugh Griffith

The rebellious Thracian Spartacus, born and raised a slave, is sold to Gladiator trainer Batiatus. After weeks of being trained to kill for the arena, Spartacus turns on his owners and leads the other slaves in rebellion. As the rebels move from town to town, their numbers swell as escaped slaves join their ranks. Under the leadership ...

Runtime

3h 17m

Director

Stanley Kubrick

Cast

Kirk Douglas, Laurence Olivier, Jean Simmons

Alexander, the King of Macedonia, leads his legions against the giant Persian Empire. After defeating the Persians, he leads his army across the then known world, venturing farther than any westerner had ever gone, all the way to India.

Runtime

2h 56m

Director

Oliver Stone

Cast

Colin Farrell, Angelina Jolie, Val Kilmer

History's favorite Gauls assist Queen Cleopatra when she wagers that the Egyptian people can build a palace for Julius Caesar in just three months.

Runtime

1h 48m

Director

Alain Chabat

Cast

Gérard Depardieu, Christian Clavier, Jamel Debbouze