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Gladiator II
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Gladiator II(2024)

6.9
tomato71%
R
148Minutes

Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people.

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Spartacus
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Spartacus (2011)

8.5
TV_MA

Spartacus: Gods of the Arena is a TV mini-series set before the events of Spartacus: Blood and Sand. The story revolves around the House of Batiatus in Capua and its gladiators as they seek fame and survival in the brutal world of Ancient Rome. The series explores the rise of Gaius Claudius Glaber and the machinations of Batiatus to gain power. It delves into the turmoil of the gladiatorial arena, the politics of Roman society, and the complex relationships among the characters. Combining action, drama, and historical fiction, Spartacus: Gods of the Arena offers an intense and gripping portrayal of life during the time of gladiators.

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Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
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Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny(2023)

6.5
tomato70%
PG_13
155Minutes

In 1944, Nazis capture Indiana Jones and archaeologist Basil Shaw as they attempt to retrieve the Lance of Longinus. Indiana escapes and learns about the Archimedes' Dial, a device that can reveal time fissures. Twenty-five years later, Indy is approached by his goddaughter Helena to find the Dial. They embark on a journey to stop a scientist named Voller from using the Dial to change history. Along the way, they face danger and uncover secrets about Archimedes and ancient Rome.

Spartacus
Movie

Spartacus(1960)

7.9
tomato94%
PG_13
197Minutes

In 73 B.C. during the last century of the Roman Republic, thousands of people are born enslaved to either the privileged class known as patricians or the wealthiest of the commoners, known as plebeians. One exceptionally strong slave in the rock mines of Libya, a Thracian named Spartacus, is regularly whipped for displaying his intelligence and pride. Spartacus survives brutal training as a gladiator and leads a violent revolt against the decadent Roman Republic, as the ambitious Crassus seeks to gain power by crushing the uprising. Along the way, Spartacus forms a united front that can sweep across the country, freeing other slaves and eventually escape over the sea to their homelands. However, their journey is not easy as they face challenges, betrayals, and sacrifices. Will Spartacus and his army be able to achieve their freedom and overcome the powerful Roman Empire?

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Ben-Hur
Movie

Ben-Hur(1959)

8.1
tomato87%
G
222Minutes

After a Jewish prince is betrayed and sent into slavery by a Roman friend in 1st-century Jerusalem, he regains his freedom and comes back for revenge. Judah Ben-Hur, a wealthy merchant in Judea, is living under the oppressive Roman Empire. When his old friend and now Roman Tribune, Messala, asks for Judah's help in rounding up local dissenters, Judah refuses to betray his own people. In retaliation, Messala frames the Hur family for an assassination attempt. Judah is condemned to death as a slave in the galleys, while his sister and mother are imprisoned. After three years in captivity, Judah escapes and is rescued by a Roman admiral, Quintas Arrius. They return to Rome, where Judah becomes a rich and influential man. However, he cannot forget his vow of revenge against Messala. Along the road to Judea, Judah meets an Arab sheikh and an old wise man named Balthasar, who befriend him. Sheikh Ilderim, the sheikh, coaches Judah to ride his team of white horses in a chariot race against Messala. Judah agrees and prepares for the race. In the arena, Judah and Messala collide repeatedly, but Judah emerges victorious. Messala is gravely injured and reveals that Judah's mother and sister are alive, suffering from leprosy in a leper colony. Overwhelmed with grief and seeking release from his hatred, Judah witnesses the crucifixion of Jesus. Judah's mother and sister are miraculously healed, and Judah's heart is filled with love and forgiveness.

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Domina
Tv Show

Domina (2023)

7.2
TV_MA

Domina is a historical drama TV show set in ancient Rome. It revolves around the life of a powerful woman who navigates through the intricate power struggles, political intrigues, and rivalries of the Roman Empire. The show explores themes like murder, slavery, arranged marriage, and the complex dynamics of family relationships.

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I, Claudius
Tv Show

I, Claudius (1976)

8.8

I, Claudius is a TV show that tells the story of Emperor Claudius and his rise to power in ancient Rome. The plot revolves around political intrigue, conspiracy, power struggles, and betrayal. It explores the dysfunctional and rivalrous relationships within Claudius' family, as well as the manipulative tactics used by various characters to secure their positions. The show also sheds light on the corruption and lust for power that pervaded the Roman Empire during that time.

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Romulus
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Romulus (2020)

7

Romulus is an action-packed drama series that takes place in ancient Rome, exploring the foundation myth of Romulus and Remus. It delves into the violent tribal wars, battles, and the intriguing story of the vestal virgins. With elements of fantasy and history, this TV show is an exciting journey into classical antiquity.

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Held der Gladiatoren
Movie

Held der Gladiatoren(2003)

4.8
97Minutes

Germanus, a brave gladiator, witnesses the brutal murder of his brother, committed by another fighter. Since then, he will become his worst enemy, with whom he will fight in several fights, each more bitter. One day, Germanus discovers that his sister, also gladiator, maintains a passionate affair with the man who killed the brother of both, without her knowing anything about the crime

Life of Brian
Movie

Life of Brian(1979)

8
tomato96%
R
94Minutes

A man named Brian is born on the same day as Jesus Christ and spends his life being mistaken for a messiah. He joins a rebel group fighting against Roman occupation in Judea. After a series of misadventures, Brian unwittingly inspires a religious movement and becomes a reluctant messiah. Eventually, he is caught by the Romans and scheduled to be crucified, but due to a case of mistaken identity, he is not released. He remains hanging on the cross, abandoned by those who could have helped him.

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King Arthur
Movie

King Arthur(2004)

6.3
tomato30%
PG_13
126Minutes

In the 5th century AD, the declining Roman Empire is withdrawing from Britannia, where the native Woads, led by Merlin, stage an insurgency. A group of Sarmatian knights and their half-British Roman commander Arthur have fulfilled their duties to Rome and are preparing to return home. However, Bishop Germanus orders them to complete one final mission: evacuate an important Roman family from north of Hadrian's Wall, saving them from an advancing army of invading Saxons. Arthur and his remaining men reluctantly accept the mission and set out to complete it. Along the way, they face ambushes, internal conflicts, and battles against the Saxons. With the help of Guinevere, they ultimately defeat the Saxons and Arthur is proclaimed king of Britain, promising to protect the land against future invaders.

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ancient rome

Discover a curated list of movies and TV shows that take you back to the fascinating world of Ancient Rome. Immerse yourself in epic stories of emperors, gladiators, and political intrigue that will transport you to a bygone era. From renowned historical dramas to gripping action-packed adventures, this selection will satisfy your appetite for Roman history and culture.

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