FIRST LOOK: Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal in “Gladiator 2”
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“Gladiator” has marked itself to be one of the most highly-appreciated films of the 2000s, and has remained to be one of my favorite Russel Crowe performances. The sequel “Gladiator 2” follows the story of Lucius, the son of Maximus' love Lucilla, after Maximus' death. Although the official plot has not been revealed yet, but the movie will takes place years after the first movie.
Vanity Fair has now released the first look at “Gladiator 2” with casts being revealed. The movie is set to be released on November 22, 2024. Here are the snippets for one of the most anticipated epic movies of 2024:
Here are some notable previous works for each of the cast members of "Gladiator 2":
- "The Mandalorian" (TV series)
- "Game of Thrones" (TV series)
- "Narcos" (TV series)
- "The Last of Us" (TV series)
- "Stranger Things" (TV series)
- "Catherine the Great" (TV series)
- "Les Misérables" (TV series)
- "The Killing of a Sacred Deer" (Film)
- "Dunkirk" (Film)
- "The Banshees of Inisherin" (Film)
- "Eternals" (Film)
- "Normal People" (TV series)
- "Aftersun" (Film)
- "The Lost Daughter" (Film)
- "Training Day" (Film)
- "Malcolm X" (Film)
- "Fences" (Film)
- "The Equalizer" (Film)
- "Gladiator" (Film)
- "Wonder Woman" (Film)
- "The Following" (TV series)
- "Boss" (TV series)
The newly released photos from "Gladiator 2" offer an exciting glimpse into the highly anticipated sequel. With a star-studded cast featuring Paul Mescal as Lucius, alongside renowned actors such as Denzel Washington, Connie Nielsen, and Pedro Pascal, the film promises to be a cinematic spectacle. The return of familiar faces like Djimon Hounsou and Derek Jacobi, coupled with the introduction of fresh talent including Barry Keoghan and May Calamawy, adds layers of intrigue and anticipation. As the buzz continues to build, these images not only reignite the legacy of the original "Gladiator" but also set the stage for an epic continuation that fans and newcomers alike will eagerly await.
