Commodus did not kill his own father, and he certainly didn’t die during a duel in the Colosseum. Indeed, the film’s protagonist Maximus is a completely fictional character.

Emperor Commodus fought as a gladiator in the arena, but he was not killed by a slave warrior like Maximus Decimus Meridius. In the history of Ancient Rome, there are many Caesars who succumbed to ...

That’s why Commodus’ murder of his father hits harder than any sword fight. And now, years later, with Gladiator 2 just aired, it’s the perfect time to revisit this brutal classic.

After Maximus kills Commodus in a Colosseum duel, the general tells Lucilla she’s free and Lucius is safe. Together, they can ensure Marcus Aurelius’ plans for the Republic are put into motion.

Where can you stream “Gladiator?” There are a few places available to stream Ridley Scott’s first film about the Roman Empire. “Gladiator” is available on Prime Video as of Nov. 1.