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The 300 Spartans (1962)

6.419621h 54mEN
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Directed by Rudolph Maté

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

1h 54m

Language

EN

Release

August 1, 1962

Director

Rudolph Maté

Official Trailer

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Overview

The 300 Spartans is an account of the 480 B.C. Battle of Thermopylae, in which the Greek Spartan King Leonidis, played by Richard Egan, led a remarkably small number of Greek Sparta to victory over an invading Persian army led by evil King Xerxes that was thought to number over 25,000. This spectacu...

Cast

Richard Egan

Richard Egan

King Leonidas

Ralph Richardson

Ralph Richardson

Themistocles of Athens

Diane Baker

Diane Baker

Ellas

Barry Coe

Barry Coe

Phylon

David Farrar

David Farrar

Xerxes

Anne Wakefield

Anne Wakefield

Artemisa

Donald Houston

Donald Houston

Hydarnes

Anna Synodinou

Anna Synodinou

Gorgo

Robert Brown

Robert Brown

Pentheus

Laurence Naismith

Laurence Naismith

First Delegate

Ivan Triesault

Ivan Triesault

Demaratus

Charles Fawcett

Charles Fawcett

Megistias

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The 300 Spartans (1962), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The 300 Spartans is an account of the 480 B.C. Battle of Thermopylae, in which the Greek Spartan King Leonidis, played by Richard Egan, led a remarkably small number of Greek Sparta to victory over an invading Persian army led by evil King Xerxes that was thought to number over 25,000. This spectacular conflict gave the Grecians enough time to organize a force to ultimately repel the Persians, and thus change the course of Western civilization.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The 300 Spartans. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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