Gladiator (2000) — IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes & Audience Ratings

Last updated: 2026-03-30 3 min read

Quick Facts

IMDb8.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes80%
Metacritic67/100
DirectorRidley Scott
GenreAction, Drama, Adventure
Runtime155 min
RatedR
CastRussell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen, Oliver Reed, Richard Harris

"What we do in life echoes in eternity."

Should You Watch Gladiator?

With an IMDb score of 8.5, Gladiator is widely considered one of the best films in its genre. Critics and audiences agree this is essential viewing. A 80% on Rotten Tomatoes indicates strong critical support.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gladiator's IMDb rating?

Gladiator (2000) has an IMDb rating of 8.5 out of 10 based on 20,661 user votes.

Is Gladiator worth watching?

With an IMDb score of 8.5 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 80%, Gladiator is generally well-regarded and worth your time.

How long is Gladiator?

Gladiator has a runtime of 155 min. It is rated R.

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