Spartacus (1960)
Spartacus is a 1960 history movie directed by Stanley Kubrick, with a running time of 3h 17m. It stars Kirk Douglas, Laurence Olivier and Jean Simmons.
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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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 13 October 1960.
How long is Spartacus?
Spartacus runs 3h 17m.
Who made Spartacus?
Spartacus was directed by Stanley Kubrick.
Where can I watch Spartacus?
Spartacus is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Spartacus
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Cast
- Kirk Douglas as Spartacus
- Laurence Olivier as Marcus Licinius Crassus
- Jean Simmons as Varinia
- Charles Laughton as Sempronius Gracchus
- Peter Ustinov as Lentulus Batiatus
- John Gavin as Julius Caesar
- Tony Curtis as Antoninus
- Nina Foch as Helena Glabrus
- John Ireland as Crixus
- Herbert Lom as Tigranes Levantus
- John Dall as Marcus Publius Glabrus
- Woody Strode as Draba
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