Epic drama set against the grandeur and decadence of 2nd-century Rome stars Stephen Boyd as Livius, the adopted scion of Emperor Marcus Aurelius (Alec Guinness), and Christopher Plummer as Aurelius' greedy son Commodus. Commodus has the ruler poisoned and claims the throne over rightful heir Livius, a move that threatens to plunge Rome into chaos. The stellar cast includes Sophia Loren, James Mason, Anthony Quayle; directed by Anthony Mann. 185 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English. Two-disc set. Region Free