Russell crowe was 35 in gladiator when he played the character 'maximus decimus meridius' That was over 25 years ago in 2000 Today he is 61, and has starred in 77 movies in total, 50 of those since gladiator was released. It’s been nearly 25 years since gladiator ’s epic run in theaters The 2000 classic, which starred russell crowe, joaquin phoenix and connie nielsen, followed roman general maximus decimus. Russell crowe, born on april 7, 1964, in wellington, new zealand, is a celebrated actor known for his intense performances and charismatic presence
Confidential, gladiator, and a beautiful mind His portrayal of maximus in gladiator. Gladiator is a 2000 epic historical drama film directed by ridley scott and written by david franzoni, john logan, and william nicholson from a story by franzoni It stars russell crowe, joaquin phoenix, connie nielsen, oliver reed, derek jacobi, djimon hounsou, and richard harris Crowe portrays maximus decimus meridius, a roman general who is betrayed when commodus, the ambitious son of. Gladiator was released on 05/05/2000
