GLADIATOR II gets a new trailer – Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal and Paul Mescal lead this Ridley Scott sequel

GLADIATOR II gets a new trailer – Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal and Paul Mescal lead this Ridley Scott sequel

Hard to believe the original GLADIATOR hit theaters in 2000… yep, 24 years ago! Now, director Ridley Scott has returned to expand the story with GLADIATOR II, which follows up on the story of Maximus, long dead, and his influence on Rome. Paramount Pictures has released a new official trailer today starring Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington, Connie Nielsen, Joseph Quinn, and Fred Hechinger. You’ll have to wait until November to see the film, but we’re anxious to hear your thoughts below. In many ways this looks like a retread of the first movie, though Denzel is an interesting casting choice here. These are some pretty big shoes to fill considering the original film’s cinematic footprint, and Oscar wins. Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

GLADIATOR II hits theaters November 22, 2024

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