The film, which plays in theaters Friday, is a sequel to the 2000 film starring Russell Crowe as Maximus. "From legendary director Ridley Scott, Gladiator 2 continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome," an official description reads.

The film also boasts an impressive cast, including Pedro Pascal as a powerful Roman general and Denzel Washington as Macrinus, a former gladiator-tur

Gladiator II star Paul Mescal wanted to separate himself as much as possible from the first movie.

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The final trailer for Gladiator 2 shows conflict both inside and outside the Colosseum. "I put you in the ring. You fight or you die," says Denzel Washington (Macrinus) in the final preview. The film,

Actor Paul Mescal, the star of the upcoming historical epic Gladiator II, will host Saturday Night Live. This is the first time the young Irish actor will serve as the guest host of the iconic NBC late-night live variety series.