Forced into slavery by the corrupt incestuous heir to the throne Roman general Maximus (Russell Crowe) becomes a gladiator. His prowess in the arena will eventually lead him to Rome the Colosseum and a vengeful showdown with the new emperor. An Academy Award winning masterpiece Gladiator is epic movie story-telling brought thrillingly into the 21st century by master director Ridley Scott (Blade Runner Alien).