(also released as Kingdom of Gladiators II or Rise of the Gladiators ) is a 2017 fantasy-action film written and directed by Stefano Milla . It serves as a sequel to the 2011 film Kingdom of Gladiators and focuses on a mystical, inter-dimensional deathmatch for a powerful artifact. Plot Overview and Objective
The story centers on a who is forced into a gladiatorial role. The tournament takes place every 1,000 years in a primeval arena known as The Domain , where warriors from different realms and time periods—including Vikings, Crusaders, and African tribesmen—compete to win a magical sword that grants immortality and dominion over the Earth. Kingdom of Gladiators, the Tournament
: Reviewers from sites like Nerdly describe the film as a low-budget blend of Mortal Kombat and Italian "peplum" (sword-and-sandal) adventures. (also released as Kingdom of Gladiators II or
The central conflict arises when the Templar realizes he must fight his own master, who has been corrupted by greed and ambition. To survive and defeat his master's disciples, the Templar must form an unlikely alliance with his former adversaries. The tournament takes place every 1,000 years in
: The film is notable for its heavy use of professional wrestling talent, featuring Solofa Fatu Jr. (WWE's Rikishi) as a high chief and winner of a previous tournament. Other cast members include Danielle Kamela (Vanessa Borne) and members of the Anoai wrestling dynasty .
: Each champion entering the tournament is required to present two gladiators to fight alongside them.