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The Arena

1973 1 h 23 min Adventure · Action

Enslaved women forced into the gladiator ring turn their combat skills against their captors in this 1973 adventure set in ancient Rome.

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About the film

See wild women fight to the death!

What it’s about

In ancient Rome, captured women are thrown into the arena to fight for their lives. Their struggle for survival becomes a fight for freedom as they turn against their oppressors.

What hooks you

The film carries the slogan "Let the games begin!"

Who it’s for

It will appeal to those who like action-driven adventure with a historical setting, where the tension comes from life-or-death combat and the characters' defiance of their captors. It suits viewers who enjoy stories of rebellion and empowerment in a brutal ancient world.

Technical details
Countries
United States, Italy
Year
1973
Genres
Adventure, Action
Running time
1h 23min
Age rating
17+
MPAA
R
World premiere
Mar 13, 1974

Ratings

MOVIE․ONE · 455 votes
5.1 /10
IMDb
5.22,500
Kinopoisk
5.3419
Your rating —
— /10
1 · Didn't land 10 · Masterpiece

Creative team

All 9
Director Steve Carver
Starring
  1. 01 Margaret Markov Bodicia
  2. 02 Pam Grier Mamawi
  3. 03 Lucretia Love Deidre
  4. 04 Paul Müller Lucilius
  5. 05 Daniele Vargas Timarchus
  6. 06 Marie Louise Sinclair Livia (credited as: Marie Louise) · Livia
  7. 07 Maria Pia Conte Lucinia · Lucinia (credited as: Mary Count)
  8. 08 Rosalba Neri Cornelia · Cornelia (credited as: Sara Bay)

Franchise

2
  1. 1973
    The Arena You are here
  2.  
    Арена Remake

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