Gladiator 2 to Premiere in November 2024, Over 20 Years After Original Film

Paramount Pictures has announced that Gladiator 2 will be released on November 22, 2024, over 24 years after the original film’s premiere. The highly anticipated sequel will debut over the Thanksgiving weekend, if the date remains unchanged.

Director of the first film, Ridley Scott, will return to helm the sequel. Paul Mescal, who gained popularity for his role in the hit series “Aftersun,” is set to star in Gladiator 2 as Lucius, the son of Connie Nielsen’s character Luciilla from the original. The grown-up Lucius, who was saved by Maximus in the first film, is ready for his own adventure.

The screenplay for Gladiator 2 was written by David Scarpa, known for his works in “All the Money in the World” and “Man in the High Castle.” Although plot details remain unknown, the film promises to bring the same level of excitement and quality as the original 2000 film, which was a huge critical and commercial success earning over $500 million at the box office and receiving 12 Oscar nominations.

Fans are eager to see how the sequel will build upon the story and legacy of the first film, which won five Oscars, including Best Picture.

So get set watch Gladiator 2 which is all set to premiere over thanksgiving weekend next year.