The film sequel Gladiator 2 is currently becoming a reality in Ridley Scott’s hands. We round up everything you need to know about the start, cast, plot, filming accidents, strike breaks and more.
The 2001 Oscar-winning sandal movie epic Gladiator starring Russell Crowe is getting a sequel. After two decades, Ridley Scott returns to the sands of the arena to follow up his hit. But what can be told after the actually perfect ending? We give you the lowdown on Gladiator 2’s sequel developments with constant updates including the growing cast around Paul Mescal, the start date, plot and more.
When will Gladiator 2 be released in cinemas?
As early as 2021 Ridley Scott declared that the Sandals movie sequel was ready to be written. It became his next project after Napoleon. As things stand, Gladiator 2 will open in Germany on 21 November 2024, but could be pushed back in the wake of the Hollywood strike by screenwriters and actors.
Gladiator: Russell Crowe
As early as 2001, there was talk of a prequel or sequel (or both in one film). But numerous ideas and screenwriters failed to get the job done. In 2006, Paramount secured the rights to the sequel, and in 2018 the studio announced it had given the project the green light. This finally allowed a team to be assembled in front of and behind the camera.
