How to watch the Demetrius films in order
There are 2 Demetrius films, about 3.9 hours in total. The first was released in 1953, the latest in 1954. Watching in release order is the safest way to meet the story as audiences did.
The Robe and Demetrius and the Gladiators bring Demetrius's entire story to life. Although the names of both productions are not similar; the characters and events give continuity to the story. Both productions are well defined in their timeline.
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The Robe (1953)
16 Sep 1953 · 135 min
Drunk and disillusioned Roman, Marcellus Gallio, wins Jesus' robe in a dice game after the crucifixion. Marcellus has never been a man of faith like his slave, Demetrius, but when Demetrius escapes with the robe, Marcellus experiences disturbing visions and feels guilty for his actions. Convinced that destroying the robe will cure him, Marcellus sets out to find Demetrius — and discovers his Chris
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Demetrius and the Gladiators (1954)
16 Jun 1954 · 101 min
The story picks up at the point where "The Robe" ends, following the martyrdom of Diana and Marcellus. Christ's robe is conveyed to Peter for safe-keeping, but the emperor Caligula wants it back to benefit from its powers. Marcellus' former slave Demetrius seeks to prevent this, and catches the eye of Messalina, wife to Caligula's uncle Claudius. Messalina tempts Demetrius, he winds up fighting in
Order and dates from TMDB collection data. Unreleased entries are added once they get a release date.