Maximus is a powerful Roman general, loved by the people and the aging Emperor, Marcus Aurelius. Before his death, the Emperor chooses Maximus to be his heir over his own son, Commodus, and a power struggle leaves Maximus and his family condemned to death. The powerful general is unable to save his family, and his loss of will allows him to get captured and put into the Gladiator games until he dies. The only desire that fuels him now is the chance to rise to the top so that he will be able to look into the eyes of the man who will feel his revenge.
Written by Chris "Morphy" Terry
One of the very first DVDs to be released in the UK to come with DTS sound.
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Goofs
Errors made by characters (possibly deliberate errors by the filmmakers):
"Maximus Decimus Meridius" doesn't follow Roman naming conventions. A classical Roman man's name consists of a first name (praenomen), family name (nomen gentile), and sub-family name (cognomen). The list of possible praenomen is very short and doesn't include "Maximus", though it includes "Decimus."
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Quotes
Commodus:
Your Emperor asks for your loyalty, Maximus. Take my hand, I only offer it once. See more »
Crazy Credits
Both the Dreamworks & Universal logos are altered to appear gold in color
so they match the opening theme of Maximus walking through a wheatfield.
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