The 300 Spartans
The 300 Spartans is an account of the 480 B.C. Battle of Thermopylae, in which the Greek Spartan King Leonidas, 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.
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The 1962 film "The 300 Spartans" is a historical drama directed by Rudolph Maté. It portrays the famous battle of Thermopylae, where King Leonidas of Sparta and his 300 soldiers stand against the vast Persian army led by King Xerxes.The film focuses on King Leonidas as he leads his warriors to defend Greece against the Persian invasion. Despite overwhelming odds, the Spartans showcase their fighting prowess, embodying themes of honor, sacrifice, and loyalty.
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- Director
- Rudolph Maté
- Starring
- Richard Egan, Ralph Richardson, Diane Baker, Barry Coe, David Farrar, Anne Wakefield, Donald Houston, Anna Synodinou
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