Gladiator 2

(2024)

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Synopsis

Following the story of Lucius 20 years after Maximus' death

After Maximus saves him in Gladiator, Commodus's nephew Lucius has grown into a man. He is now prepared to undertake his own journey, free from the haunting memory of his psychopathic uncle.

What to know

Ridley Scott returns to helm Gladiator sequel with Paul Mescal leading the charge and starring Denzel Washington

Gladiator 2 is an upcoming historical epic drama directed by Ridley Scott for Universal Pictures. It is the direct sequel of 2000's Gladiator which Scott also directed and starred Russell Crowe in his Academy Award winning role as the famed slave-turned-gladiator, Maximus Decimus Meridius. Other than Crowe's Best Actor achievement, the film went on to win five Oscars including Best Picture and became the second highest-grossing film of that year after Mission: Impossible 2. Joaquin Phoenix also earned an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Commodus.

Is Maximus in Gladiator 2?

The sequel follows the story of Commodus' nephew, Lucius, and is set twenty years after the events of the first film. Original Maximus actor, Russell Crowe, is not expected to return to Gladiator 2 since his character died at the end of the first film.

Who worked behind-the-scenes of Gladiator 2?

Ridley Scott is a legendary director in the industry, having helmed such titles as Alien, Blade Runner, Thelma & Louise, Black Hawk Down and The Martian, just to name a few. David Scarpa wrote the screenplay for Gladiator 2 after previously working with Scott on All the Money in the World and Napoleon. Scott also produces the film alongside Michael Pruss, Lucy Fisher and original Gladiator collaborators, Douglas Wick and David Franzoni. Long-time Scott collaborator John Mathieson, who served as the original cinematographer on Gladiator, handles cinematography on the sequel.

Who stars in Gladiator 2?

Paul Mescal leads the film as Lucius, a role that was previously played by Spencer Treat Clark in the first film. Mescal is an Oscar-nominated actor whose credits include Normal People and All of Us Strangers. Hollywood icon and Oscar winner Denzel Washington plays an ex-slave who has risen to wealth and now engages trading weapons and goods, holding a deep resentment towards the emperors. The actor reunites with Scott after starring in the director's 2007 crime-drama American Gangster.

Returning cast members include Connie Nielsen as Lucilla, who is both the mother of Lucius and the older sister of Commodus. Derek Jacobi returns as Senator Gracchus, a prominent figure in the Roman Senate, while Djimon Hounsou resumes his role as Juba, a former gladiator. Pedro Pascal, May Calamawy, Lior Raz, Peter Mensah and Matt Lucas round out the cast.

Production News

  • June 16, 2001
    • During early negotiation stages, David Franzoni was in talks to return as the screenwriter for a Gladiator follow-up, exploring the possibilities of a prequel or sequel. (Source: IGN)
  • September 24, 2002
    • A Gladiator sequel was officially announced, with John Logan taking on the role of screenwriter. The storyline, set fifteen years later, depicted the Praetorian Guards assuming control of Rome, while an elder Lucius embarked on a quest to uncover the truth about his biological father. Franzoni joined as a producer, collaborating with Douglas Wick and Walter Parkes. (Source: IGN)
  • September 11, 2003
    • Ridley Scott confirmed the script for the film was finished and revealed the narrative would focus on Maximus's secret son, Lucius. (Source: IGN)
  • December 11, 2005
    • Facing financial challenges in the 2000s, DreamWorks Pictures (along with the rights to Gladiator and its pre-2006 film library) was sold to Paramount Pictures in 2006. Consequently, progress on the sequel came to a halt. (Source: CBS News)
  • May 8, 2006
    • Scott revealed while there was ongoing development with the Gladiator sequel, the storyline remains undecided. Russell Crowe's preferred approach of resurrecting Maximus conflicted with Scott's who wanted to follow a more historically grounded approach. (Source: Rotten Tomatoes)
  • March 10, 2017
    • More than a decade later, Scott revealed the challenges of bringing back Maximus, despite the character's death, had been overcome. The director expressed optimism about the project's future, with ongoing discussions with Russell Crowe to potentially reprise his role. (Source: Entertainment Weekly)
  • November 1, 2018
    • Paramount officially confirms the sequel is in development. Scott, in early negotiations, is set to direct, and Peter Craig as the scriptwriter. Scott, Doug Wick, Lucy Fisher, Walter Parkes, and Laurie MacDonald will jointly produce. The collaboration involves Universal, Scott Free Productions, and Parkes/MacDonald Productions, with Paramount Pictures as a co-financing partner. (Source: Deadline)
  • June 11, 2019
    • The upcoming Gladiator sequel is revealed to be set 20 years after the first film and follow the story of Commodus' nephew, Lucius. (Source: Esquire)
  • September 29, 2021
    • Scott confirms the script for Gladiator 2 is being worked on with production set to begin following the release of Napoleon. (Source: Empire)
  • November 12, 2021
    • Napoleon collaborator David Scarpa is revealed to be rewriting the script for the upcoming sequel. (Source: Deadline)
  • January 6, 2023
    • Paul Mescal is confirmed to star in Gladiator 2. (Source: Deadline)
  • February 3, 2023
    • Gladiator 2 is set to be released in theatres on November 22, 2024. (Source: Deadline)
  • March 17, 2023
    • Denzel Washington is set to appear in the upcoming film. The actor previously starred in Scott's crime-drama American Gangster in 2007. Original Gladiator cinematographer John Mathieson is also confirmed to return as cinematographer on Gladiator 2. (Source: Variety)
  • April 28, 2023
    • Connie Nielsen and Djimon Hounsou return to portray Lucilla and Juba, respectively, while Joseph Quinn joins the cast as Emperor Caracalla. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)
  • May 1, 2023
    • Pedro Pascal joins the cast of Gladiator 2. (Source: Deadline)
  • May 18, 2023
    • More names are added to the cast including May Calamawy, Lior Raz, Derek Jacobi, Peter Mensah and Matt Lucas. (Source: Deadline)
  • June 8, 2023
    • Filming on the film began with plans for additional shooting in Malta and the United Kingdom scheduled over the next four months. (Source: KFTV)
  • June 9, 2023
    • An incident involving a fire occurred during filming which resulted in injuries to six crew members. (Source: Deadline)
  • July 13, 2023
    • Due to the SAG-AFTRA labour dispute, production on Gladiator 2 is officially paused. (Source: The Wrap)
  • November 27, 2023
    • Following the conclusion of the SAG-AFTRA labour dispute, Gladiator 2 will resume production in Malta beginning December 4. (Source: Variety)
  • January 19, 2024
    • Filming on Gladiator 2 has officially wrapped. (Source: Screen Rant)

Genres

Action & Adventure, Drama

Production country

United Kingdom, United States

Director

Ridley Scott

Cast

Paul Mescal
Lucius
Fred Hechinger
Emperor Geta
Denzel Washington
Connie Nielsen
Lucilla
Pedro Pascal
Justin Martialis
Joseph Quinn
Emperor Caracalla
May Calamawy
Lior Raz
Derek Jacobi
Gracchus
Peter Mensah
Matt Lucas
Alexander Karim