The most famous line from Ridley Scott’s original Gladiator (2000) is an easy one to remember. Russell Crowe’s Maximus scornfully bellows to the assembled crowd, “Are you not entertained?” ...

Monica is an entertainment reporter covering TV, film, and music. Ridley Scott’s highly anticipated sequel to Gladiator is now playing in theaters. If you’re wondering when Gladiator II will ...

When we think of ancient Rome, gladiator fights are often top of mind. And yet, very little is known about these Colosseum battles, which is what arguably makes them great fodder for imaginative ...

As Gladiator II enters the theatrical arena against Wicked, it’s relying on a marketing tactic the 2000 film didn’t: thirst. The Russell Crowe-led original won five Oscars, including Best Picture.

Scott went bigger on his second “Gladiator” outing with rhino showdowns, baboon fights and shark attacks during a mock naval battle. The shark battle might be one of the most entertaining ...

You’ve reached your account maximum for followed topics. Gladiator II invites viewers back to the heart of the Roman Empire to witness the Colosseum in all its glory and gore, 24 years after the ...

This is maybe the biggest thing: While he spends a good chunk of the movie being called “Hanno,” Gladiator II does eventually reveal that Paul Mescal’s protagonist is in fact the now-adult Lucius ...

Here’s how it works. While Russell Crowe's Maximus won't be returning in any way considering his character's ultimate fate in the movie (it's been 23 years people, no spoiler warnings), Scott has ...

Listen, if there’s one thing that’s for sure, it’s that the Gladiator franchise could be gayer. I mean, have you ever looked at ancient Rome? That was a literal haven for gay and queer ...

Ridley Scott‘s “Gladiator II” is full of memorable action scenes, from a bloody showdown featuring CGI baboons to Paul Mescal outsmarting a charging rhino in the Roman Colosseum. But one ...