The New Gladiator 4K Steelbook Is Only $20 Ahead Of Sequel’s Theatrical Debut

The New Gladiator 4K Steelbook Is Only $20 Ahead Of Sequel's Theatrical Debut



Almost 25 years since it first released, you’d be hard-pressed to find a historical action movie better than Gladiator. With Gladiator II releasing in theaters November 22, it’s the perfect time to rewatch the original. You’re in luck, too, as Gladiator’s 4K Limited Edition Steelbook was just reprinted. It released this week, and you can snag it for only $20 (was $31) at Walmart. Amazon also has it in stock, but it’ll cost you $30.

Gladiator
Gladiator

Released back in 2000, Gladiator starred Russell Crowe as Maximus: a man robbed of his name, honor, and dignity by the scheming son of the emperor, Commodus. Hellbent on having his vengeance against Commodus for the murder of his family–in this life or the next–Maximus is forced to fight in the gladiatorial arenas of ancient Rome as he seeks his freedom.

Like other 4K Blu-ray releases, you’ll be getting a second copy of the film on a standard Blu-ray disc and a digital streaming code to redeem. It’s worth noting that you can watch the film in either its original theatrical cut or the unrated version that includes several extra-gory scenes. For the special features, you’re getting the following:

  • Audio commentary by Ridley Scott and Russell Crowe
  • The Scrolls of Knowledge feature
  • Deleted scenes with select commentary tracks by Ridley Scott
  • Visions from Elysium feature
  • Strength and honor: Creating the world of Gladiator
  • Image and design: Storyboard, costume design, and photo galleries
  • Abandoned sequences
  • The Aurelian Archives: My Gladiator Journey by Spencer Treat Clark

Gladiator was a huge critical and commercial hit on release, grossing $465.4 million worldwide during its theatrical run. At the Academy Awards, it took home five awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Crowe’s performance. Its sequel, Gladiator 2, will hit theaters on November 22 and stars Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, and Denzel Washington.

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