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Spartacus

They trained him to kill for their pleasure ... but they trained him a little too well

★ 7.5 (2260 votes) | 1960 | 3h 17m
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Overview

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.

Details
  • Status Released
  • Release Date October 13, 1960
  • Budget $12,000,000
  • Revenue $60,000,000
  • Production Bryna Productions, Universal Pictures

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Gladiator Duel: Spartacus vs. Draba
Gladiator Duel: Spartacus vs. Draba
Michael & Cameron Douglas announce SPARTACUS for AFI Movie Club
Michael & Cameron Douglas announce SPARTACUS for AFI Movie Club
"I Am Spartacus!"
"I Am Spartacus!"
"Sons and Lovers" and "Spartacus" winning Cinematography Oscars®
"Sons and Lovers" and "Spartacus" winning Cinematography Oscars®
"The Apartment" and "Spartacus" winning Art Direction Oscars®
"The Apartment" and "Spartacus" winning Art Direction Oscars®
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Trailer
The Facts of Life and Spartacus Win Costume Design: 1961 Oscars
The Facts of Life and Spartacus Win Costume Design: 1961 Oscars
Peter Ustinov winning Supporting Actor for "Spartacus"
Peter Ustinov winning Supporting Actor for "Spartacus"
Kirk Douglas on "Spartacus" at The Last 70mm Film Festival
Kirk Douglas on "Spartacus" at The Last 70mm Film Festival
Steven Spielberg On SPARTACUS
Steven Spielberg On SPARTACUS
Tom Cruise On Kirk Douglas & SPARTACUS
Tom Cruise On Kirk Douglas & SPARTACUS
Jean Simmons Toasts "The One And Only Spartacus"
Jean Simmons Toasts "The One And Only Spartacus"

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