Gladiator Monologues & Audition Scenes
4 audition scenes from Gladiator. Available as duologue & monologues — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by David Franzoni & John Logan
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A Soldier Knows a Soldier
Characters: Maximus, Proximo
Maximus attempts to appeal to Proximo's lost sense of honor and military brotherhood to recruit him for a dangerous conspiracy. The emotional tension breaks when Proximo reveals he has already sold his services, leading to a moment of levity and mutual respect between two former soldiers.
Commodus' Betrayal
Characters: Commodus
Commodus confronts his dying father, Emperor Marcus Aurelius, expressing his deep-seated resentment and desperation for paternal love. He questions why he was never enough for his father compared to the favored general, Maximus, leading to a tragic and violent emotional breaking point.
So It's Rome You Want
Characters: Proximo, Maximus
Proximo attempts to discover the motivations of his stoic new fighter, Maximus, by offering various vices. When Maximus reveals a singular, burning interest in reaching Rome to confront the Emperor, Proximo explains the only path to a personal audience involves surviving the games to receive the wooden sword of freedom.
The Dream of Rome
Characters: Maximus, Marcus
The aging Emperor Marcus Aurelius reveals his plan to bypass his son and nominate Maximus as his successor to restore the Roman Republic. Marcus reflects on his legacy of war and his desire to return power to the people, while a stunned Maximus grapples with the weight of this unexpected duty.
About Gladiator Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from Gladiator? Our collection includes 4 carefully curated duologue and monologues, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.
Written by David Franzoni & John Logan, these scenes capture the essence of the production and provide rich material for actors at every level.
Every scene includes character breakdowns, context notes, and director's notes to help you prepare. All scenes are available as downloadable PDFs with Pro membership.
How to use Gladiator scenes for auditions
Choose a scene that matches the tone and casting type of your audition. Use the character breakdowns to understand the emotional arc, then download the PDF to rehearse. Our scenes work perfectly for self-tapes, in-person auditions, drama school applications, and acting class exercises.
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