Russell Crowe is poised for a significant year in 2026, following the success of his WWII legal thriller, Nuremberg. His new MMA film, Beast, has emerged as a top VOD hit despite a lackluster box office performance. Currently, Crowe is filming a Highlander movie with Henry Cavill and Dave Bautista, sharing his training journey on social media. However, his legendary role in Gladiator remains unmatched. Released in 2000, Gladiator won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Lead Actor for Crowe. The film tells the gripping story of Maximus Decimus Meridius, a Roman general seeking vengeance against a corrupt emperor. Gladiator's enduring appeal is evident as it recently re-entered the global top 10 on Paramount Plus in over 15 countries. Despite the release of the controversial sequel, Gladiator II, Crowe has voiced his disappointment over not being involved, emphasizing that the sequel fails to capture the essence of what made the original film a classic.