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Spartacus (2004): Cast

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Spartacus is a 2004 drama directed by Robert Dornhelm, starring Goran Višnjić as Spartacus, Alan Bates and Ben Cross. It is based on Spartacus by Howard Fast. It runs 2 hours 54 minutes.

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Spartacus (2004) movie poster
Runtime
2h 54m (174 min)
Director
Robert Dornhelm
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Spartacus About?

The premise of Spartacus without spoilers, adapted from Spartacus by Howard Fast.

Spartacus, who was enslaved by the Romans after they murdered his father, leads fellow slaves in an attempt to overthrow the repressive Roman Empire.

Spartacus Themes & Keywords

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  • based on novel
  • 1st century b.c.
  • roman republic
  • character name as title
  • spartacus character
  • one word title
  • sword and sandal history
  • sword and sandal action
  • male rear nudity
  • male nudity
  • slave
  • gladiator
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  • warrior
  • tv mini series
  • bare chested male bondage
  • historic figure
  • ancient times
  • ancient rome
  • dictator
  • tyrant
  • death of hero
  • cavalry
  • infantry
  • defeat
  • victory
  • rise and fall
  • horse
  • villain
  • chariot
  • battle
  • battlefield
  • stabbed with a spear
  • stabbed with a sword
  • dagger
  • disarming someone
  • stick fight
  • staff
  • ambush
  • slave revolt
  • tough guy
  • tragic hero
  • death of protagonist
  • last stand
  • war violence
  • violence
  • shot with a bow and arrow
  • hand to hand combat
  • combat
  • army
  • bow and arrow
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Cast & crew

Spartacus Cast & Characters

Goran Višnjić leads the cast as Spartacus, with Alan Bates as Antonius Agrippa and Ben Cross as Titus Glabrus. Directed by Robert Dornhelm; 13 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Robert Dornhelm

More films directed by Robert Dornhelm: Amanda Knox: Murder on Trial in Italy, La Bohème, Karajan: Beauty As I See It and Identity Theft: The Michelle Brown Story.

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Spartacus Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Спартак” and “Spartakus”.

Also known as
  • Спартак
  • Spartakus
  • スパルタカス
  • 斯巴达克斯:竞技场之神

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FAQ

Spartacus FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Director

Runtime, director, cast, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of Spartacus, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Spartacus?

Spartacus runs 2 hours 54 minutes (174 minutes).

Who directed Spartacus?

Spartacus was directed by Robert Dornhelm.

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Who is in the cast of Spartacus?

Spartacus stars Goran Višnjić as Spartacus, Alan Bates as Antonius Agrippa and Ben Cross as Titus Glabrus, among 13 credited actors.

Is Spartacus based on a book?

Yes. Spartacus is adapted from Spartacus by Howard Fast.

Does Spartacus have a post-credit scene?

No. Spartacus has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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