One of Gladiator II's writers reveals the axed scene for the historical sequel featuring Russell Crowe's deceased character.
Maximus is a powerful Roman general, loved by the people and the aging Emperor, Marcus Aurelius. Before his death, the Emperor chooses Maximus to be his heir over his own son, Commodus ...
A sequel worth seeing and two films to avoid are among the new releases now available on DVD and Blu-ray. “Gladiator II” Grade B-: The original “Gladiator” told the story of Roman general Maximus ...
Commodus was eventually taken down by Roman general-cum-gladiator Maximus Decimus Meridius (Russell Crowe), who also died of his wounds in the battle at the end of the original 2000 film.