Before you - the twenty best films telling about the greatness of the Roman Empire and the ancient Greeks. You are waiting for the exciting life stories of great rulers, wise philosophers and talented scientists, their great accomplishments and incredible wrecks, about mystical creatures and mysterious phenomena, and much more interesting ... .
Here they are:
20. Agora (2009)
The distant past (end of IV century). Events unfold in the vast Alexandria of Egypt. An active struggle for power begins in society, as a result of which representatives of Christianity become the ruling political force.
From this point on, for all the Gentiles, hard times are coming. Among others, Hypatia, a woman scientist, an outstanding philosopher, turns out to be on the list of "disagreeable" churches, and the rulers of that time listened to the advice of which more than once ...
19. Centurion (2010)
North Britain. 117 AD Local tribes - the Picts - are entering into a fierce struggle for territory with the Romans.
As a reinforcement, the legendary Ninth Legion, led by General Virilus, arrives from Rome.
As a result of the betrayal, the legion falls into a trap, and its leader is captured by the Picts. Now those lucky enough to survive must do everything to free the great general ...
18. Ulysses (Wanderings of Odyssey) (1954)
The story of the incredible adventures and brave exploits of the ancient Greek hero named Odysseus.
After the end of the Trojan War, a man goes home to his wife Penelope. However, his way is not easy.
Odyssey will have to go through many ordeals and even overcome a considerable temptation before being in the warm embrace of his beloved and faithful wife ...
17. King Oedipus (1967)
At the heart of film history is one of the tragedies of the greatest tragedian of antiquity, Sophocles.
An ancient myth tells about King Oedipus. Frightened by a terrible prediction, the parents decide to kill their son Oedipus, but he miraculously survives.
Over the years, the hero accidentally encounters his own father, and the sad oracles of the oracle begin to come true. Apparently the fate did not leave ...
16. The Eagle of the IX Legion (2011)
On the islands of Britain, where the famous Ninth Legion of General Viril disappeared 20 years ago, his son, the centurion Marcus Aquila, arrives.
The young commander intends at all costs to find traces of the legion and save his main symbol - the Eagle of Nine ...
Hero will meet with wild warlike tribes, unpredictable dangers and difficult tests, which only the strongest can endure! ...
15. Ben Hur (1959)
26 year from Christmas. Palestine.
After many years of separation, there are two men - a Jew named Ben Hur and the Roman Messala.
Once they were best friends, and nothing seemed to ever be able to destroy their strong and faithful friendship.
But after meeting years later, the main characters realize that now their friendship is just a memory from the past. It cannot continue any more, as though it would not be desirable ...
14. The fall of the Roman Empire (1964)
Dying, the great Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius appoints as his successor not the native son of Komadas, but the brave commander Guy Libya.
The new ruler successfully continues the undertakings of his predecessor, constantly expanding and strengthening the conquered territories.
However, this situation does not appeal to the native heir of Marcus Aurelius. He yearns for power and is ready to do everything to get it ...
13. 300 Spartans (1962)
The basis of the large-scale film epopee was the ancient Greek legend of the exploit of 300 Spartans, who were not afraid to engage in battle with the powerful army of the Persian king conqueror Xerxes.
This great battle took place in 480 BC and became a vivid example of the manifestation of real courage and incredible human courage.
Several hundred Spartans, led by King Leonid, managed to accomplish the impossible ...
12. Colossus of Rhodes (1961)
The film takes place on the island of Rhodes, where Serres reigns.
Local residents have long been tired of the tyranny's savagery, but they cannot do anything, because any, even the slightest manifestation of disagreement, is immediately severely punished.
Wanting to demonstrate their power to the local population and to crush the looming rebellion, Serres orders to build a huge statue to protect the island from attacks - the Colossus of Rhodes. But will it help? ...
11. Alexander (2004)
The life story of the famous commander Alexander the Great is told by his closest ally and friend - the elderly Ptolemy.
From his mouth become known the most interesting facts and details of the military campaigns of the young Alexander.
At the feet of the great conqueror fell most of the civilized world. Macedonian was able to become the first to set foot on the land of the unknown at that time exotic country of India, and thereby realize his cherished childhood dream, inspired by ancient legends about the exploits of Hercules and Achilles ...
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10. Julius Caesar (2002)
This film story is about the life of one of the most prominent Roman emperors - Julius Caesar.
The great dictator entered world history as a talented orator, thoughtful politician and brilliant military leader. But in the film, he appears primarily as a man who survived a personal tragedy and sacrificed his own feelings for the welfare of the Empire.
The life of Julius Caesar was a difficult struggle - the constant need to choose between one's own desires and feelings and obligations to the state ...
9. Cleopatra (1963)
The film tells about the life and death of an amazing woman and one of the most famous queens of Egypt - the Beautiful Cleopatra.
In order to achieve their goals, the Egyptian ruler was ready for anything. She easily managed to seduce the two greatest rulers of Rome - Mark Antony and Caesar, and also realize with their help a lot of things planned.
But did you manage to realize the main, most cherished dream - to unite Egypt and Rome into one great empire? ...
8. Roman Empire: August (2003)
After Julius Caesar retired to another world, a real power struggle began in Rome. The main contenders for the imperial throne were Mark Antony and Caesar’s adopted son Guy Octavius.
Their confrontation led to a real war. Only one of them was destined to win and ascend to the throne of the king of the Great Roman Empire.
Who became the winner and went down in history under the name of August? ...
7. Caligula (1979)
Roman Empire, 1st century AD e.
On the throne of the king of a powerful empire rises Guy Julius Caesar Augustus Germanicus, also known as Caligula.
The name of this ruler will go down in history not because of great accomplishments, successful state reforms and conquered territories, but because of cruel and brutal massacres, vicious entertainment and numerous immoral connections.
The short reign of Caligula was one of the bloodiest pages in the history of the Empire ...
6. The Last Legion (2007)
476 year n. e. The existence of the Roman Empire is endangered after the last king from the dynasty of Caesars - young Romulus Augustus - is kidnapped by barbarians and imprisoned in a dungeon. But soon he manages to escape.
The 12-year-old emperor, along with his teacher, embarks on a dangerous journey to the shores of Britain in order to lead the last legion that has remained loyal to the Empire - the legendary Ninth.
This is the only chance for Augustus to regain power and restore the dynasty ...
5. Anthony and Cleopatra (1972)
The love story of two of the greatest personalities in the history of the Roman Empire — commander Mark Antony and eastern Queen Cleopatra.
At the first meeting with his wife Caesar Anthony falls in love with her. Blinded by insane passion for this fatal beauty, he loses the confidence of the emperor and soon becomes his enemy.
Men start a war - a war not only for power and territory, but also for the heart of a beloved woman. What is the end of this story? The reunion of two loving hearts or a terrible tragedy? ...
4. Odyssey (1997)
For many years, the war lasted under the walls of Troy. Thousands of Greeks fell in an unequal battle.
Then one day their king, Odysseus, finds a way out - thinks up how to get into impregnable Troy. As a result, the long-awaited victory of the Greeks after a 10 year siege.
The proud Odysseus decides to defy the gods and ... he pays a bitter price for it. Now he is doomed to eternal wanderings on the sea expanses by Poseidon himself - the king of all the seas ...
3. 300 (2006)
Spectacular and colorful screen version of the story of 300 brave Spartans who took part in the bloody battle of Thermopylae back in 480 BC.
Under the leadership of Tsar Leonid, they engaged in battle with the many thousands army of the Persian ruler Xerxes.
Despite the apparent imbalance of forces, the Spartans held on to the last and managed to accept this difficult fight with dignity ...
2. Spartacus (1960) 
By the will of fate, the main character Spartak becomes a gladiator - a slave who is forced to fight in the battle arena for the fun of a large public.
The irresistible craving for freedom and the desire to take revenge on their offenders makes the hero organize a slave uprising, which has become one of the most important events in world history ...
1. The gladiator (2000)
After the successful completion of an important battle, the emperor Marcus Aurelius decides to retire from the government and transfer power to his best commander, Maximus.
This news infuriates the native son of the king Commodus, who hoped to take the place of his father. He decides to get Rome at any cost and soon he achieves the desired ...
In the meantime, Maximus, who was enslaved and became a gladiator, does not abandon hope to avenge his main enemy ...
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