Before Maximus became a general, a hero, and a legend, there was the story of the man who shaped him. In Gladiator: The Iberian, Russell Crowe returns to the epic saga, this time portraying Fabius Decimus Hispanius, Maximus’ father, whose fall from grace sets the stage for his son’s rise to greatness.
Stripped of his estate and honour by Rome’s corrupt elite, Fabius is forced to make an impossible choice: train his son to fight in the brutal gladiatorial arenas. As young Maximus faces the unforgiving sands of the Colosseum, he learns the values of courage, loyalty, and sacrifice from his father, who grapples with his own redemption.
This gripping prequel unveils the untold story of the Decimus bloodline and the roots of Maximus’ legendary resilience. Prepare for a tale of betrayal, triumph, and the enduring strength of family.
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