19 Period dramas you can’t miss if you loved Gladiator

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Brad Pitt, Gerard Butler, Paul Mescal (Clockwise from Top-left)

15) Immortals (2011)

Scene from Immortals | Image via Universal Pictures

Directed by Tarsem Singh Dhandwar, this period drama follows the story of a man named Theseus, played by Henry Cavill, who is chosen by Zeus to fight King Hyperion, played by Mickey Rourke, who is on a hunt for a powerful weapon that could destroy all of humanity. With its striking visuals and mythological storyline, this film's portrayal of the battle between gods and men offers a captivating experience for fans of period dramas.