Gladiator (2000)

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.

Genres: Action, Drama, Adventure

What to watch after Gladiator

• Lion of the Desert (1980)
• Kingdom of Heaven (2005) — Same subject: battlefield
• Cinderella Man (2005)
• American Gangster (2007) — Ridley Scott directed both
• Alien (1979) — Ridley Scott directed both
• Blood Diamond (2006) — Two steps away in the credits