Commodus takes over power and demotes Maximus, one of the preferred generals of his father, Emperor Marcus Aurelius. As a result, Maximus is relegated to fighting till death as a gladiator.
Release date: May 5, 2000 (USA)
Director: Ridley Scott
Box office: $460.5 million
Music by: Hans Zimmer; Lisa Gerrard
Awards: Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role, MORE
Distributed by: Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Pictures, United International Pictures
