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Demetrius and the Gladiators (1954)

Demetrius and the Gladiators (1954)

Drama Adventure History

It begins where "The Robe" left off!

Release Date: 1954, June 16
Directors: Delmer Daves
Countries: United States of America
Production: 20th Century Fox
Cast: Debra Paget, Woody Strode, Victor Mature, Michael Rennie, Jay Robinson, Charles Evans, Ernest Borgnine, Anne Bancroft, William Marshall, Everett Glass, John Cliff, Barry Jones

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.

Keywords:

sequel ancient rome historical drama catholic 1st century caligula