Gladiator II

Golden Globe 2025 nominee!

Years after witnessing the death of Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius must enter the Colosseum after the powerful emperors of Rome conquer his home.

With rage in his heart and the future of the empire at stake, he looks to the past to find the strength and honor needed to return the glory of Rome to its people.

Echoing its predecessor while upping the bloodsport and camp, Gladiator II is an action extravaganza that derives much of its strength and honor from Denzel Washington’s scene-stealing performance.

Paul Mescal knows how to squeeze the sentiment (is it those puppy-dog eyes?) and give the story more than a little heft. He’s good in the arena, too, and captures just enough of Russell Crowe’s swagger to make you believe there’s a connection.

Action, Adventure, Drama
United States, United Kingdom, Morocco, Canada, Malta (English, Latin) 2h 28min