The highly anticipated Gladiator 2 trailer has finally been released, and although it lacks another track from Kanye West, it brings a significant namedrop that establishes a connection between the two epic Ridley Scott films.
Before the promotional campaign for Gladiator 2 began, there were speculations that Paul Mescal’s character, Lucius, would be a descendant of Russell Crowe’s iconic Maximus from the first film. As time progressed, however, this potential familial link seemed to fade from discussions.
Now, the latest Gladiator 2 trailer, unveiled on September 23, confirms this theory. In a powerful moment, Connie Nielson’s Lucilla tells Lucius, “Take your father’s strength. His name was Maximus, and I see him in you.”
This indicates that Lucius is poised to draw from the strength of Russell Crowe’s character from 2000 in order to triumph in the gladiator arena.
Moreover, the latest trailer reveals intricate details about the gladiator scene in Rome. Denzel Washington appears to engage in some political maneuvering as he seeks to ascend through the ranks.
We also catch another glimpse of Pedro Pascal as Marcus, showcasing a commanding presence as he proclaims, “I claim this city for the glory of Rome.”
Additionally, while the trailer features more thrilling ship battles and encounters with rhinos, it introduces an unexpected fighter: monkeys. Ridley Scott has hinted at the grandeur of this specific man vs. beast showdown, stating [via The New Yorker]: “Baboons are carnivores. Can you hang from that roof for two hours by your left leg? No! A baboon can.”
The excitement surrounding the latest trailer for Gladiator 2 is palpable, with fans expressing their enthusiasm on social media. Comments on X include: “Paul Mescal, shirtless, fighting a baboon, is just what I needed today.”
“Beyond excited for this. This looks insane,” remarked another user. A third commented, “I swear to god, chills, I got f**king chills,” adding to the buzz.
Gladiator 2 is set to hit theaters on November 15 in the UK and November 22 in the US.
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