300

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300

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2007

1h 57m

Action

Adventure

Drama

Fantasy

War

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In 480 B.C. a state of war exists between Persia, led by King Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro), and Greece. At the Battle of Thermopylae, Leonidas (Gerard Butler), king of the Greek city state of Sparta, leads his badly outnumbered warriors against the massive Persian army. Though certain death awaits the Spartans, their sacrifice inspires all of Greece to unite against their common enemy.

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Critics Consensus

A simple-minded but visually exciting experience, full of blood, violence, and ready-made movie quotes.

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Andrew Osmond

Sight & Sound

07/06/2010

If 300 represents an evolution in 'virtual' cinema, then at the same time it tells a story that transports us back to the violent roots of western civilisation.

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Roger Ebert

Chicago Sun-Times

08/08/2008

2/4

300 has one-dimensional caricatures who talk like professional wrestlers plugging their next feud.

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Wendy Ide

The Times (UK)

04/14/2007

3/5

In this handsome pantomime, the performances are not what we are watching.

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Kyle Logan

Cultured Vultures

Feb 16

An action masterpiece and certified classic.

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

Jan 21

2.5/4

This depersonalizes the major players in the battle between the Spartans and the Persians to such a degree that one ends up feeling more sympathy for the shields that end up receiving the brunt of the sword blows and arrow piercings.

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Christopher Lloyd

The Film Yap

04/14/2025

4.5/5

Nearly two decades on, Zack Snyder's deeply silly historical epic/geek fever dream is easy to mock, but it's now deeply embedded in our popular culture and filmmaking aesthetic.

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Ghosty

06/26/2021

Very cool story, artistry, and action. Very violent. Excellent comic book style movie, based on a Frank Miller graphic novel, similar style to Sin City.

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bruce F

@bruce999 Aug 22

at first , i disliked the movie, but then there was a reason for liking it , as the people look to save themselves, from a large army. this is basically a war movie, and getting prepared, and has a lot of action.

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Glen A

@Harry2000 Aug 8

It amazes me, watching this in 2026, that this movie is largely forgotten. I don't know when the last time was that I heard anyone mention it. It is absolutely outstanding. I love the art direction. The choreography is so well thought out. Sure, there isn't much dialogue, but what there is, totally lands. The other amazing thing about this movie is that Zack Snyder has not made anything near this level since Watchmen, and that was over 15 years ago. He keeps getting big chances, but nothing even approaches any of his early works. I really wish he could find whatever magic he lost.

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Dexter E

@Dexter007 Jul 30

300 is a visually stunning film that delivers unforgettable action, powerful performances, and breathtaking cinematography. Its bold visual style, intense battle sequences, and themes of courage, sacrifice, and resilience make it one of the most iconic historical action films. While it takes creative liberties with history, it succeeds as an epic cinematic experience that remains exciting from start to finish.

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Omar R

@Murfpicker Jul 30

Best action movie out in the past 25 years. Highly recommended.

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GH R

@GHRidpath Jul 28

Revolutionary in its visuals and presentation.

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Synopsis

In 480 B.C. a state of war exists between Persia, led by King Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro), and Greece. At the Battle of Thermopylae, Leonidas (Gerard Butler), king of the Greek city state of Sparta, leads his badly outnumbered warriors against the massive Persian army. Though certain death awaits the Spartans, their sacrifice inspires all of Greece to unite against their common enemy.

Director: Zack Snyder
Producer: Gianni Nunnari, Mark Canton, Bernie Goldmann, Jeffrey Silver
Screenwriter: Kurt Johnstad, Michael B. Gordon
Distributor: Warner Bros.
Production Co: Virtual Studios, Warner Bros., Legendary Pictures, Atmosphere Entertainment MM LLC
Rating: R (Nudity|Graphic Battle Sequences|Some Sexuality)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, War
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 9, 2007, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 28, 2009
Box Office (Gross USA): $210.6M
Runtime: 1h 57m
Sound Mix: Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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