In 2007, Butler gained recognition through his portrayal of King Leonidas in the film 300.

King Leonidas's costume is featured in God of War: Ascensions multiplayer.

The game begins shortly before the Battle of Thermopylae where the player takes on the role as King Leonidas, fighting through scenes from both movie and book.

King Leonidas I ordered Pantites on an embassy to Thessaly, possibly to recruit allies for the coming battle.

King Leonidas I, of Sparta, is said to have sent one soldier when a neighboring state requested military aid.

The Spartan three hundred, under King Leonidas, held the gap between the mountains at Thermopylae against invading Persians.

"come and take them") quoting King Leonidas of Sparta at Thermopylae.

Attendees saw scenes of mass carnage, a topless oracle and King Leonidas kicking a Persian emissary down a well.

Lennie Weinrib as Secretary Bird and King Leonidas.

Athens was unwilling to place her forces under Sparta and its King Leonidas.