Paul Mescal, Gladiator and Russell Crowe

Russell Crowe's role in Gladiator 2 explored: Does he make an appearance in the Paul Mescal-led sequel?
Warning - this article contains spoilers for Gladiator II. Gladiator II continues the grand tale of Maximus Decimus Meridius' (played by Russell Crowe) son Lucius (Paul Mescal), tracing his journey from being the former heir to the Roman Empire to a captive warrior seeking revenge.
Gladiator 2 is thrilling – even if Paul Mescal is no Russell Crowe
Gladiator 2 is thrilling – even if Paul Mescal is no Russell Crowe - 4/5 Ridley Scott’s belated sequel has sharks, monkeys, and Denzel Washington doing some tremendous sleeve acting. At times, this is
Paul Mescal v Russell Crowe: How do Gladiator and Gladiator II compare?
For movie lovers of a certain age who can quote the original chapter and verse, the release of Gladiator II is the film event of the year.
‘Gladiator II’ stars Denzel Washington and Paul Mescal | AP interview
Paul Mescal plays the titular gladiator Lucius and Denzel Washington is aspiring emperor Macrinus in Ridley Scott's Roman epic "Gladiator II."
Paul Mescal on feeling the ‘pressure’ for ‘Gladiator II’ to be successful — and his ‘holy f–k’ moment with Denzel Washington
"The box office needs a shot in the arm, and if films like ‘Gladiator II’ aren’t doing it, it would be concerning," he admitted.
‘Gladiator II’ Premiere Photos: Denzel Washington, Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal And More
See "Gladiator II" premiere photos of Ridley Scott, Denzel Washington, Paul Mescal, Connie Nielsen, Pedro Pascal and others.
Why Russell Crowe’s Maximus Is Not in Gladiator 2
The excitement surrounding Gladiator 2 has left many fans wondering about the return of Russell Crowe’s iconic character, ...
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It won't be in 'Gladiator 2′, but Russell Crowe will face off against the Roman Empire 25 years later in another movie
The role of Maximus Decimus Meridius in ‘Gladiator’ (2000) was one of the most iconic in Russell Crowe’s filmography. A quarter of a century later, the actor will return to face the Roman ...
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Is Russell Crowe in Gladiator 2?
Oh Maxmius, we still miss you. 24 years after his heartbreaking turn on screen, will Russell Crowe be in Gladiator 2?
Ridley Scott Almost Made a ‘Gladiator II’ Musical 10 Years Ago with Russell Crowe and Nick Cave: It Was Too ‘Bloody Silly’
"I was the one dragging my feet," Scott said of developing the sequel in 2014. "I was like, 'I dunno about this.'" ...
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Why Russell Crowe branded Joaquin Phoenix ‘terribly unprofessional’ on set of Gladiator
It turns out Phoenix was also on the cusp of quitting Gladiator also ... the director told The New York Times. Lead star Crowe, who played Maximus in the Best Picture-winning epic, was not ...
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Joaquin Phoenix tried to quit 'Gladiator'; Russell Crowe called it 'terribly unprofessional': director
The sequel will star Paul Mescal, who is playing Lucius, the son of Lucilla (Connie Nielsen) from the original movie who witnessed Crowe’s character Maximus die in the gladiator ring ...
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Russell Crowe thought Joaquin Phoenix was ‘terribly unprofessional’ on ‘Gladiator’ set: director
Joaquin Phoenix was not ready to enter the “Gladiator” arena — and Russell Crowe didn’t like it. The movie’s director, Ridley Scott, spoke to The New York Times before the upcoming ...
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Paul Mescal has one Russell Crowe hope ahead of Gladiator 2
“I spoke with him for my role though,” Hechinger jokingly gloated, to which Mescal added: “Yeah, Russell and Fred are fast friends.” When told he should give Crowe some Gladiator tips ...