About
Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people.
Trailer
Cast
Paul Mescal
Lucius
Denzel Washington
Macrinus
Pedro Pascal
General Acacius
Connie Nielsen
Lucilla
Joseph Quinn
Emperor Geta
Fred Hechinger
Emperor Caracalla
Lior Raz
Viggo
Derek Jacobi
Gracchus
Peter Mensah
Jugurtha
Matt Lucas
Master of Ceremonies
Alexander Karim
Ravi
Yuval Gonen
Arishat
Paul Mescal
Lucius
Denzel Washington
Macrinus
Pedro Pascal
General Acacius
Connie Nielsen
Lucilla
Joseph Quinn
Emperor Geta
Fred Hechinger
Emperor Caracalla
Lior Raz
Viggo
Derek Jacobi
Gracchus
Peter Mensah
Jugurtha
Matt Lucas
Master of Ceremonies
Alexander Karim
Ravi
Yuval Gonen
Arishat
Reviews
Manuel São Bento
FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://talkingfilms.net/gladiator-ii-review-a-legacy-sequel-that-triumphs-through-spectacle-and-emotion/ "Gladiator II may not achieve the groundbreaking impact of the original film, but it remains an impressive cinematic experience, transporting audiences into an epic filled with emotional and visual grandeur. Ridley Scott once again showcases his mastery in blending narrative, action, and thematic depth, delivering a sequel marked by superb technical execution and standout performances, particularly from Denzel Washington. Despite the inevitable comparisons to the classic, the iconic filmmaker presents a story that justifies its existence, even if it treads familiar ground. Necessary or not, what truly matters is the strength (and honor) with which a work captivates us - and here, Gladiator II triumphs." Rating: A-
Read full reviewDean
Another trash Woke movie from Hollywood. There were never black (African) emperors in Roman empire... This movie is simply false propaganda.
Read full reviewgriggs79
_Gladiator II_, a polished echo of the original, is a testament to Ridley Scott's cinematic powers. It follows his hit-and-miss _Napoleon_ biopic last year, which was rather miss than hit. The sequel captures the original's essence while introducing elements, making it a worthy successor. Paul Mescal in the lead role - inherited from the ever-growling Russel Crowe, who was at the top of his career in the original - holds his ground against Denzel Washington, whose charisma cleaves through the screen as effortlessly as his character's sword. Ridley Scott admits he was prompted to revisit _Gladiator_ by the acclaim he received from those too young to have seen the original on the big screen. His mission to lure Gen Z away from their streaming devices may help to save cinema, ushering in a new era of appreciation for the big screen. But for the love of Jupiter, I hope they quickly learn that it isn't just a big iPad with comfy chairs. No pausing, swiping, mid-film selfies, dashes to the bar, or running commentary required. Screen four at your local cinema isn't the Colosseum but a place where the magic of film of this scale truly comes alive, offering a unique and immersive experience that can't be replicated at home.
Read full reviewClips(6)
Boat Battle
Lucius vs Acacius
Denzel Washington is Impressed By Lucius' Fist Fight - Clip
Lucius and Emperor Geta Meet ft. Paul Mescal & Joseph Quinn
General Acacius Speech in Colosseum
Extended Clip - The Gateway to Rome
Boat Battle
Lucius vs Acacius
Denzel Washington is Impressed By Lucius' Fist Fight - Clip
Lucius and Emperor Geta Meet ft. Paul Mescal & Joseph Quinn
General Acacius Speech in Colosseum
Extended Clip - The Gateway to Rome
Featurettes(10)
A Conversation with Director Ridley Scott and Christopher Nolan
'Gladiator II' With Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Ridley Scott, and More | Academy Conversations
World Tour
HBCU Student Roundtable with Denzel Washington
London Premiere
Roundtable Interview
Paul Mescal Featurette
Joseph Quinn Featurette
Denzel Washington Featurette
Pedro Pascal Featurette
A Conversation with Director Ridley Scott and Christopher Nolan
'Gladiator II' With Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Ridley Scott, and More | Academy Conversations
World Tour
HBCU Student Roundtable with Denzel Washington
London Premiere
Roundtable Interview
Paul Mescal Featurette
Joseph Quinn Featurette
Denzel Washington Featurette
Pedro Pascal Featurette
Behind the Scenes(14)
20 Years of Making a Sequel - Exclusive Behind the Scenes
Screenwriting of Gladiator II
Cinematography of Gladiator II
Costume Design of Gladiator II
Rebuilding Rome for Gladiator II
Lucilla
Acacius
Emperors
Lucius
Macrinus
Directing Gladiator II
Training
Experience the Music of Gladiator II - Behind the scoring with Ridley Scott, Harry Gregson-Williams
Making of an Epic
20 Years of Making a Sequel - Exclusive Behind the Scenes
Screenwriting of Gladiator II
Cinematography of Gladiator II
Costume Design of Gladiator II
Rebuilding Rome for Gladiator II
Lucilla
Acacius
Emperors
Lucius
Macrinus
Directing Gladiator II
Training
Experience the Music of Gladiator II - Behind the scoring with Ridley Scott, Harry Gregson-Williams
Making of an Epic