First Knight vs Gladiator
Gladiator has the higher audience score (8.2/10 against 6.1/10 for First Knight). First Knight is the shorter watch at 2h 14m compared with 2h 35m. First Knight is the older of the two (1995 against 2000). Both are action, adventure, drama movies, so they suit a similar mood.
| First Knight | Gladiator | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 6.1/10 | ★ 8.2/10 |
| Year | 1995 | 2000 |
| Length | 2h 14m | 2h 35m |
| Genres | Action, Adventure, Drama, Romance | Action, Adventure, Drama |
| Country | – | – |
| Director | Jerry Zucker | Ridley Scott |
| Main cast | Julia Ormond, Liam Cunningham, Richard Gere, Ralph Ineson, Ben Cross | Tommy Flanagan, Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen, Oliver Reed |
Synopsis
First Knight
The timeless tale of King Arthur and the legend of Camelot are retold in this passionate period drama. Arthur is reluctant to hand the crown to Lancelot, and Guinevere is torn between her loyalty to her husband and her growing love for his rival. But Lancelot must balance his loyalty to the throne with the rewards of true love.
Gladiator
After the death of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, his devious son takes power and demotes Maximus, one of Rome's most capable generals who Marcus preferred. Eventually, Maximus is forced to become a gladiator and battle to the death against other men for the amusement of paying audiences.
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