Ben-Hur

Russell Crowe’s 'Gladiator' recreated the success formula of films like 'Ben-Hur,' with its story of a Roman general who becomes a gladiator seeking revenge against the corrupt emperor who betrayed him. It's a gripping tale of courage and redemption wrapped in lavish sets and intense action.

While set in a different time period, 'Braveheart' channels the same epic spirit found in 'Ben-Hur.' Mel Gibson's portrayal of freedom fighter William Wallace and his struggle against English rule offers intense action and personal drama on an epic scale.

'Alexander' covers the expansive tale of Alexander the Great, serving up the kind of epic-scale storytelling and battle scenes that should resonate with 'Ben-Hur' enthusiasts. With Oliver Stone at the helm, it provides both historical context and intense drama.