Spartacus (1960)
They trained him to kill for their pleasure ... but they trained him a little too well
Storyline
The rebellious Thracian Spartacus, born and raised a slave, is sold to Gladiator trainer Batiatus. After weeks of being trained to kill for the arena, Spartacus turns on his owners and leads the other slaves in rebellion. As the rebels move from town to town, their numbers swell as escaped slaves join their ranks. Under the leadership of Spartacus, they make their way to southern Italy, where they will cross the sea and return to their homes.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Spartacus |
|---|---|
| Release date | Oct 13, 1960 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | gladiator, roman empire, ancient rome, historical fiction, ancient world, gladiator fight, torture, slavery, insurgence, slave, escaped slave, 1st century |
FAQ
What is Spartacus about?
The rebellious Thracian Spartacus, born and raised a slave, is sold to Gladiator trainer Batiatus. After weeks of being trained to kill for the arena, Spartacus turns on his owners and leads the other slaves in rebellion. As the rebels move from town to town, their numbers swell as escaped slaves join their ranks. Under the leadership of Spartacus, they make their way to southern Italy, where they will cross the sea and return to their homes.
When was Spartacus released?
Spartacus was released on Oct 13, 1960 (status: Released).
Who directed Spartacus?
Stanley Kubrick directed Spartacus.
What is the TMDB rating of Spartacus?
Spartacus has a TMDB rating of 7.5/10 from 2,461 votes.