1: "Russell Crowe's transformation from Maximus to older, wiser general"

2: "Connie Nielsen's dignified aging as Lucilla"

3: "Djimon Hounsou's timeless beauty as Juba"

4: "Richard Harris' presence felt even in his absence"

5: "Tommy Flanagan's toughness shining through"

6: "Ralf Moeller's new challenges as an older fighter"

7: "David Hemmings' legacy as a key player"

8: "Joaquin Phoenix's younger days as Commodus"

9: "New faces bringing fresh energy to the beloved story"