Did you like Gladiator 2? See 8 other films on the topic to watch on Prime Video and more

The long-awaited sequel to the acclaimed “Gladiator” (2000) was released in 2024. Ridley Scott returns to direct in “Gladiator 2”, an action-packed historical epic with an all-star cast. Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Connie Nielsen and Denzel Washington are the big names in the cast.

In the plot, Lúcio (Mescal), son of Máximos, becomes a gladiator after his home suffers an invasion by the Roman army.

If you liked “Gladiator 2” and are looking for similar films, check out a list of eight titles available on streaming below.

8 films about gladiators for you to watch on Prime Video and other streaming platforms

Check out a list of eight films similar to “Gladiator 2” below!

Spartacus (1960)

The historical epic directed by Stanley Kubrick, “Spartacus”, is based on the novel of the same name by Howard Fast.

Kirk Douglas stars as Spartacus, a real historical figure. He was a gladiator and leader of a slave revolt against the Roman Empire known as the Third Servile War.

Where to watch:

• Telecine
• Look
• NetMovies (free with ads)
• Claro tv+

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The Son of Spartacus (1962)

Italian sword and sandal film, “Son of Spartacus” is an unofficial sequel to Stanley Kubrick's film. It is directed by Sergio Corbucci, and actors Steve Reeves and Gianna Maria Canale star in the production.

The plot follows Rando, a centurion who travels to spy on Crassus' secret transactions in the service of Caesar. However, things change when he discovers that he is the son of the rebel Spartacus.

Where to watch:

• Look
• NetMovies (free with ads)

Pompeii (2014)

A film of the “catastrophe cinema” genre, “Pompeii” is based on a real tragedy. The film is inspired by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, which destroyed Pompeii, a city in the Roman Empire.

The plot follows a slave who becomes a great gladiator. However, after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius, he needs to save his great love. It is directed by Paul WS Anderson, and actors Kit Harington and Emily Browning star in the film.

Where to watch:

• Pluto TV (free with ads)
• Claro tv+

Ben-Hur (1959)

Eleven Oscar-winning religious epic, “Ben-Hur” is the second adaptation of Lew Wallace's novel, Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ. Directed by William Wyler.

Charlton Heston stars as Judah Ben-Hur, an enslaved Jewish prince who seeks revenge and redemption. The film is notable for its famous chariot race scene.

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The Fall of the Roman Empire (1964)

The historical epic “The Fall of the Roman Empire” is directed by renowned filmmaker Anthony Mann. In the cast, Sophia Loren, Stephen Boyd, Alec Guinness, James Mason, Christopher Plummer, Mel Ferrer and Omar Sharif star in the production.

In the plot, Emperor Marcus Aurelius, with his egalitarian ideals, disqualifies his son Commodus and intends to name the honest general Livy as his successor. However, Marcus Aurelius is murdered, and the corrupt Commodus takes the throne.

Where to watch:

• Look
• NetMovies (free with ads)
• Oldflix
• Claro tv+

Barabbas (1961)

A religious epic with a striking battle scene between gladiators, “Barabbas” is directed by the renowned Richard Fleischer.

The plot follows the biblical character Barabbas, played by Anthony Quinn. The plot explores the life of the man chosen by the people to be released by governor Pontius Pilate, in a decision that involved Jesus.

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Centurion (2010)

The action film “Centurion” is inspired by the disappearance of the Ninth Legion of the Roman Empire. Michael Fassbender plays centurion Quintus Dias.

Where to watch:

• Amazon Prime Video
• Pluto TV (free with ads)

Gladiator (2000)

The film before “Gladiator 2” cannot be missing from this list. The epic follows General Maximus (Russell Crowe), who is thrown into slavery and later becomes a gladiator after the traitor Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix) assumes the throne.

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