Gladiator (2000)

In Ridley Scott's gripping epic, Maximus, an honorable general, defies the tyrannical Roman emperor Commodus, prompting his execution order. Despite escaping, Maximus suffers the tragic loss of his family and is captured by a slave merchant who turns him into a gladiator. Who will emerge victorious in this eternal battle between power, revenge, and honor? This acclaimed film, starring Russell Crowe, captivated audiences around the world and won five Academy Awards.