Maximus Decimus Meridius, played by Russel Crowe in 'Gladiator'.
Reasoning: He defeated Tigrus (gladiatorial champion), rallied the gladiators, and ultimately defeated and killed Commodus (emperor of Rome), and was liberated and set 'free' in death.
Great acting.
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