Demetrius and the Gladiators
The narrative picks up at the stage where “The Robe” endings, after the martyrdom of Diana and Marcellus. Christ’s robe is hauled to Peter to get safe-keeping, however the emperor Caligula needs back it to profit from its abilities. Marcellus’ former servant Demetrius attempts to protect against this, and grabs the attention of Messalina, wife to Caligula’s uncle Claudius. Messalina tempts Demetrius, he pops battling in the arena, and wavers his religion.
Director: Delmer Daves
Actors: Anne Bancroft, Debra Paget, Ernest Borgnine, Jay Robinson, Michael Rennie, Susan Hayward, Victor Mature
Country: USA