The Last Gladiators
“Some fights never end”
Synopsis
In ice hockey, no one is tougher than the "goon". Those players have one mission: to protect the star players at any price. Exploring the violent world of hockey fights, Academy Award winner Alex Gibney ("Taxi to the Dark Side") looks at the world of the NHL enforcers and specifically the career of Chris "Knuckles" Nilan who helped the Montreal Canadiens win the Stanley Cup.
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The Last Gladiators - Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-10-09
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 7 DaysSan Francisco International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
February 1, 2013
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 8, 2013
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alex Gibney
- Screenplay & Story
- Larry Weitzman, Jim Podhoretz
- Original Title
- The Last Gladiators
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Jigsaw Productions, Locomotion Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alex Gibney
Larry Weitzman, Jim Podhoretz
Alex Gibney
Department Leadership Roster
Larry Weitzman
Writer
Jim Podhoretz
Writer
Alex Gibney
Director
Alex Gibney
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Last Gladiators
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What is The Last Gladiators about?
In ice hockey, no one is tougher than the "goon". Those players have one mission: to protect the star players at any price. Exploring the violent world of hockey fights, Academy Award winner Alex Gibney ("Taxi to the Dark Side") looks at the world of the NHL enforcers and specifically the career of Chris "Knuckles" Nilan who helped the Montreal Canadiens win the Stanley Cup.
Who directed The Last Gladiators?
The Last Gladiators was directed by Alex Gibney.
Who stars in The Last Gladiators?
The principal cast of The Last Gladiators includes Donald Brashear, Marty McSorley, Chris Nilan, Paul Schantz, Bob Probert.
When was The Last Gladiators released and how long is it?
The Last Gladiators was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Last Gladiators?
The Last Gladiators holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).