Gladiator II: Everything We Know About the Highly Anticipated Sequel
A new Gladiator is entering the arena—are you not entertained? The upcoming sequel to the critically acclaimed 2000 blockbuster, Gladiator , sees Paul Mescal taking on the role of Lucius, the grown son of Lucilla (Connie Nielsen) and nephew of Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix). The original film starred Russell Crowe as a Roman general who is betrayed, sold into slavery, and forced to become a gladiator by the corrupt emperor Commodus. Gladiator earned over $460 million worldwide and garnered 12 Academy Award nominations, winning five, including Best Picture and Best Actor. With such a legacy, its successor has big sandals to fill. As we prepare to re-enter the arena, Entertainment Weekly is gathering all the intel, from cast details to production updates. Here’s everything we know so far about Gladiator II . What’s the Title? Previously referred to as the Untitled Gladiator Sequel or Gladiator 2, the official title is stylized as Gladiator II , revealed at CinemaCon in April. Returning Cas