Sign of the Gladiator (1959): Cast
Sign of the Gladiator is a 1959 war drama directed by Guido Brignone, starring Anita Ekberg as Zenobia, Queen of Palmira, Gino Cervi and Paul Müller. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 38m (98 min)
- Director
- Guido Brignone
- Original language
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Italian - Studio
- Glomer Film
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Sign of the Gladiator About?
The premise of Sign of the Gladiator without spoilers.
A massive force of ten thousand Norsemen storms the Valley of Blood, while Zenobia, queen of Palmyra, leads a daring revolt against Rome and scores a decisive victory over the Roman legions. However, her unexpected love for the enemy officer Marco Valerio threatens to undermine her triumph and the rebellion itself.
Sign of the Gladiator Themes & Keywords
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- palmyra
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- roman officer
- roman consul
- coup
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- forced into slavery
- consul
- palmyra syria
- escape
- in love with the enemy
- enemy
- love
- thirst
- roman senate
- spear in chest
- lotus
- oasis
- crucifixion
- bound to x shaped cross
- forced labor
- grindstone
- bare chested male bondage
- bare chested male
- peplum
- kidnapping
- sword and sandal
- white horse
- treason
- sword fight
- peacock
- intrigue
- catapult
- belly dance
- battle
- banquet
- 3rd century
- ancient rome
Sign of the Gladiator Cast & Characters
Anita Ekberg leads the cast as Zenobia, Queen of Palmira, with Gino Cervi as Aurelianus, Emperor of Rome and Paul Müller as High Priest. Directed by Guido Brignone; 20 actors are credited in all.
- Director Guido Brignone
- Anita Ekberg as Zenobia, Queen of Palmira
- Gino Cervi as Aurelianus, Emperor of Rome
- Paul Müller as High Priest
- Angelo Casadei as General (uncredited)
Also Starring in Sign of the Gladiator
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- Alberto Farnese Marcello
- Folco Lulli Zemanzius, Zenobia's Prime Minister
- Arturo Dominici Zenobia's Officer (uncredited)
- Remo De Angelis Julianus' Friend
- Jacques Sernas Julianus, Roman Centurian
- Georges Marchal Marcus Valerius, Roman Consul
- Relja Bašić Soldier (uncredited)
- Arturo Bragaglia Nobleman (uncredited)
- Lorella De Luca Bathsheba, the Vestal
- Alfredo Varelli Vithos
- Aristide Catoni Senator (uncredited)
- Chelo Alonso Erica, Zemanzius' Favourite and Dancer
- Armando Fracassi Servant (uncredited)
- Terzo Monachesi Senator (uncredited)
- Sergio Sauro Flavio
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Sign of the Gladiator FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Sign of the Gladiator, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Sign of the Gladiator?
Sign of the Gladiator runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
When was Sign of the Gladiator released?
Sign of the Gladiator was released on March 5, 1959.
Who directed Sign of the Gladiator?
Sign of the Gladiator was directed by Guido Brignone.
More films by Guido Brignone Who is in the cast of Sign of the Gladiator?
Sign of the Gladiator stars Anita Ekberg as Zenobia, Queen of Palmira, Gino Cervi as Aurelianus, Emperor of Rome and Paul Müller as High Priest, among 20 credited actors.
Does Sign of the Gladiator have a post-credit scene?
No. Sign of the Gladiator has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Sign of the Gladiator in?
The original language of Sign of the Gladiator is Italian.
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