Twenty-four years after the Oscar-winning original, ‘Gladiator II’ is set to make its long-awaited debut this November. Paul Mescal stars as a grown-up Lucius, nephew of the fallen Emperor Commodus. The sequel continues the saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance in Ancient Rome, introducing a host of new characters and adding fresh layers to the story.
The film features a blend of familiar faces and new talent. Paul Mescal (known for the TV series ‘Normal People’) takes on the central role of Lucius along with other new joiners Denzel Washington and Pedro Pascal. Returning cast members include Connie Nielsen and Derek Jacobi.
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Yes! Ridley Scott returns to direct ‘Gladiator II’, produced by Scott Free. The film reunites several key members of the original production team, including cinematographer John Mathieson, production designer Arthur Max, and costume designer Janty Yates. Scott himself has called the film “one of the best things I’ve ever made.”
‘Gladiator II’ is poised to become one of 2024’s biggest blockbusters, with expectations high for it to break up to ten box office records, according to Screen Rant. The budget has increased from US$165 million to US$310 million, making it one of the most expensive films ever made.
Scott hints at an epic opening sequence, potentially his grandest action scene yet.
The first official trailer for ‘Gladiator II’ has made a massive impact, garnering 128 million views across social media platforms in just 24 hours. This more than doubles the 75 million views achieved by the “Top Gun: Maverick” trailer, highlighting the immense excitement surrounding the sequel.
The original ‘Gladiator’ set a high bar, earning 12 Academy Award nominations and winning five, including Best Picture. It grossed US$503.1 million against a US$103 million budget. ‘Gladiator II’ is expected to continue this legacy, making a significant impact at the box office and potentially breaking multiple records.
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Prepare for battle— in cinemas November 14, 2024.
Source: Valmorgan, Entertainment Weekly, Screen Rant, Deadline
