Gladiator of Pompeii (2007): cast, story & where to watch

2007 · Film

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Released in 2007, Gladiator of Pompeii is an action, thriller and history film directed by Paolo Poeti, running about 188 minutes. “From the Ashes a Hero will Rise.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Epic drama of Pompeii at the city’s height of glory, up to the eruption of Vesuvius in AD 79, this film is one of titanic proportions, recounting on the grandest scale, its untimely destruction which killed 20,000 people in a matter of hours.Pompeii was a world where men and women had slaves, where gladiators fought to the death to provide entertainment to the bloodthirsty crowds. Helpless against a succession of apocalyptic events (a great earthquake,tidal waves, thunder and lightning), the inferno continued for three days and then all was silent.

Who’s in it. Gladiator of Pompeii stars Victor Alfieri as Dario, Tomas Arana as Massimo, Linda Batista as Maria and Gunther Gillian as Antonino, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gladiator of Pompeii page.

If you liked it. Fans of Gladiator of Pompeii tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Gladiator of Pompeii (2007)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gladiator of Pompeii change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Gladiator of Pompeii?
Gladiator of Pompeii stars Victor Alfieri, Tomas Arana, Linda Batista, Gunther Gillian and Tony Musante.
When was Gladiator of Pompeii released?
Gladiator of Pompeii was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 188 minutes.