Gladiator 2 Digital Release Date Announced for Christmas

If a festive watch isn’t your style this Christmas Day, look no further than the highly-anticipated release of Gladiator 2. This sequel has emerged as a top contender for your holiday viewing, thanks to its imminent digital release.

Featuring a star-studded cast and a promise of thrilling action, Gladiator 2 has rapidly gained traction, earning its place on many must-watch lists since its November debut. The film has successfully garnered an impressive $403 million at the box office, reigniting interest in epic historical dramas.

Mark Your Calendars: Digital Release on Christmas Eve

In an exciting turn of events, Gladiator 2 will be available for purchase on premium digital platforms in the US just 33 days after its theatrical release, on December 24. This offers a perfect opportunity for home viewing during the holiday season.

The film will also be available in a stunning 4K Ultra HD format. Moreover, for those eager to experience the original alongside the sequel, both films will be bundled together as a 4K Ultra HD collection, including a SteelBook edition, which is set for release on March 4, 2025.

For early birds, pre-orders for Gladiator 2 are already open on platforms like Prime Video and iTunes. However, fans in the UK will need to wait a bit longer, as a specific digital release date is yet to be announced.

Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal in Gladiator 2 — Paramount Pictures

The digital purchase will also unlock exclusive content, featuring over 100 minutes of behind-the-scenes footage and interviews. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the bonus materials included:

A Dream That Was Rome: Origins—An exploration of the historical context behind Gladiator II and its narrative evolution.
What We Do In Life Echoes In Eternity: The Cast—Insight into Ridley Scott’s casting choices.
In The Arena: Filmmakers—A behind-the-scenes glimpse of filming locations in Malta, Morocco, and the UK.
To Those About To Die, We Salute You: Combat—A look at the integration of choreographed combat and advanced visual effects.
Building An Empire: Post-Production—Filmmakers share highlights from the post-production process, including a scoring session with composer Harry Gregson-Williams.
The Making Of Gladiator II—An exclusive look at how Scott and the entire crew brought this sequel to life.
Deleted Scenes—Catch what didn’t make it to the final cut.

As the excitement builds, it’s worth noting that Gladiator 2 has clinched two nominations for the 2025 Golden Globes: one for Cinematic and Box Office Achievement and another for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role for Denzel Washington.

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