It’s fairly safe to say Ridley Scott loves a delayed follow-up to his own original movies. First there was Bladerunner 2049 (great), then Prometheus (so good, if divisive). Now, we’re getting a sequel to Gladiator, the acclaimed director’s 2000s classic.
Gladiator II takes us back to Ancient Rome with a new and returning cast of star-studded talent facing off and spectating a string of bloody battles. In our 8/10 Gladiator II review, Tom Jorgensen wrote that “it’s a pretty simple restaging of Gladiator’s tale of political upheaval seen through the eyes of a warrior. But as history has shown time and again, the classics can always hit home when staged with verve. Gladiator II is incredibly light on its feet, thanks in no small part to an enthusiastic cast. The modern polish Scott puts on the historical action framework he nailed two decades ago makes this sequel no one asked for a real champion blockbuster.”
If you’re wondering how or where to watch Gladiator II this weekend – this Glicked weekend, if you will – grab your Gladiator popcorn bucket and check out the details below. (If you’re participating in the double-header billing, here’s how to watch Wicked as well.)
How to Watch Gladiator II – Showtimes and Streaming Status
Gladiator II is now showing in theaters. You can check the theater links below for showtimes near you:
FandangoAMC TheatersCinemark TheatersRegal Cinemas
When Will Gladiator II Be on Streaming?
It’s a Paramount Pictures film, so it will eventually be streaming on Paramount+. However, don’t expect that to happen until after the new year: This is a blockbuster that’s definitely angling for multiple Oscars, so it’ll stick around in theaters as long as people are going out to see it.
What Is Gladiator II About?
Here’s the movie’s official synopsis from Paramount Pictures:
“From legendary director Ridley Scott, Gladiator II continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius (Paul Mescal) is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people.”
Also read: Will There Be a Gladiator III?
Where to Stream Gladiator
Need a refresher on the action of the first Gladiator as Russell Crowe’s Maximus Decimus Meridius rips through the Colloseum on his mission of revenge before watching Gladiator II? Luckily, it’s very available to stream, rent/buy, or watch on DVD/Blu-ray.
Stream:
Paramount+Pluto TV (free with ads)
Rent/Buy:
Prime VideoGoogle PlayFandango at Home (formerly Vudu)
Blu-ray 4K
Gladiator (4K UHD) SteelbookGladiator (4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital)
Actually, Gladiator II is already available to preorder as a Blu-ray 4K release, though no release date has been attached to it yet.
Gladiator II Cast
Gladiator II was directed by Ridley Scott and written by David Scarpa. It stars the following actors:
Paul Mescal as Lucius Verus AureliusPedro Pascal as General AcaciusConnie Nielsen as Lucilla Denzel Washington as MacrinusJoseph Quinn as Emperor GetaFred Hechinger as Emperor CaracallaLior Raz as ViggoSir Derek Jacobi as Senator GracchusPeter Mensah as JubarthaMatt Lucas as the Master of CeremoniesAlexander Karim as RaviTim McInnerny as Senator ThraexRory McCann as Tegula
Gladiator II Rating and Runtime
Gladiator II is rated R for strong bloody violence and has a runtime of 2 hours and 28 minutes, including credits.
