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Gladiator II’ Stars Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Connie Nielsen Heap Praise on Director Ridley Scott: ‘He Built Rome

Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, Connie Nielsen, Fred Hechinger, Lior Raz and more star in ‘Gladiator II.’ From director Ridley Scott, this film follows Lucius (Mescal) as he attempts to return the glory of Rome to its people. ‘Gladiator II’ hits theaters on Nov. 22.

  • Early Screening: On October 18, 2024, an early screening of “Gladiator II” was held at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles.
  • Director’s Absence: Director Ridley Scott, aged 86, was not present at the screening.
  • Cast Panel: Following the screening, a panel discussion featured stars Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Connie Nielsen, and Fred Hechinger.
  • Paul Mescal’s Role: Mescal portrays Lucius Verus II, the nephew of Emperor Commodus from the original film.
  • Denzel Washington’s Role: Washington plays Macrinus, a former slave turned wealthy merchant with a vendetta against the emperors.
  • Connie Nielsen’s Return: Nielsen reprises her role as Lucilla, Lucius’s mother.


  • Fred Hechinger’s Role: Hechinger portrays co-emperor Geta.
  • Praise for Ridley Scott: The cast collectively lauded Scott’s vision and dedication, with Mescal stating, “He built Rome.”
  • Denzel Washington’s Experience: Washington expressed admiration for Scott’s filmmaking approach, highlighting the director’s meticulous attention to detail.
  • Connie Nielsen’s Insights: Nielsen discussed the evolution of her character and the depth added to Lucilla in the sequel.
  • Fred Hechinger’s Perspective: Hechinger shared his experience joining the established franchise and working under Scott’s direction.
  • Film’s Scope: The sequel expands on the original’s narrative, delving deeper into the political and personal dynamics of ancient Rome.
  • Production Scale: The film features expansive sets and intricate designs, aiming to authentically recreate the grandeur of Rome.
  • Release Date: “Gladiator II” is scheduled for a nationwide release on November 22, 2024.
  • Anticipated Reception: Early reactions from the screening suggest the film is poised to be a significant success, with particular praise for the performances and direction.

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From the people

  • Gladiator 2 proves sequels can be great. It has its imperfections but what a pleasure to watch. Time flew by and it was definitely worth a cinema visit.
  • A review of Gladiator 2 says this of Denzel – “…every gesture radiates movie-star ease; every line comes with an unexpected flourish. Unfortunately he’s so good he rather eclipses the rest of the cast” Sounds excellent
  • 8. Gladiator II Release Date: Nov. 22, Paramount Paul Mescal takes on the role of Lucius in this long-awaited sequel, taking audiences back to ancient Rome. Buzz Factor: Original cast members Connie Nielsen and Derek Jacobi return, adding gravitas to this epic.

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