Demetrius and the Gladiators
“It begins where "The Robe" left off!”
6.6/ 10IMDb6.687
19541h 41m
Overview
The story picks up at the point where "The Robe" ends, following the martyrdom of Diana and Marcellus. Christ's robe is conveyed to Peter for safe-keeping, but the emperor Caligula wants it back to benefit from its powers. Marcellus' former slave Demetrius seeks to prevent this, and catches the eye of Messalina, wife to Caligula's uncle Claudius. Messalina tempts Demetrius, he winds up fighting in the arena, and wavers in his faith.
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Crew
- Director
- Delmer Daves
- Writers
- Philip Dunne, Lloyd C. Douglas
- Producer
- Frank Ross
- Production
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently asked questions
What is Demetrius and the Gladiators rated?
Demetrius and the Gladiators has an audience rating of 6.6 out of 10 from 87 votes.
Who directed Demetrius and the Gladiators?
Demetrius and the Gladiators was directed by Delmer Daves.
When was Demetrius and the Gladiators released?
Demetrius and the Gladiators was released in 1954.
