Gladiator, Paul Mescal and Ridley Scott

Fans are wondering why Paul Mescal is playing Lucius in 'Gladiator II' instead of Spencer Treat Clark. Ridley Scott explained his reasoning.
Paul Mescal plays Lucius in Ridley Scott's "Gladiator II," but the character was played by Spencer Treat Clark in the original "Gladiator."
'Gladiator II' star Paul Mescal, director Ridley Scott and more talk revisiting Rome 2 decades later
Ridley Scott, Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington and more spoke to "Good Morning America" about the story and production of "Gladiator II."
Gladiator II review: Paul Mescal is no Russell Crowe in Ridley Scott’s disappointing sequel
Without original star Russell Crowe, Gladiator II, Ridley Scott's belated sequel to his Oscar-winning 2000 epic, falls short in just about every way.
“Gladiator II” Review: Ridley Scott Returns to the Colosseum for Epic Sequel That's Even Bigger Than the Original
It’s been nearly 25 years since legendary director Ridley Scott made sword-and-sandal epics popular again with his box office juggernaut Gladiator. That 2000 blockbuster boasted a muscular and commanding Russell Crowe as former Roman general Maximus,
‘Gladiator II’ Reviews: How Do Critics Compare Sequel To Original?
Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator II”—starring Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal and Connie Nielsen—is new in theaters. Do critics think it is as good as the first “Gladiator”?
Critics: ‘Gladiator II’ more cash-grab than necessary sequel
Not all critics were entertained by “Gladiator II,” the hotly anticipated sequel to Ridley Scott’s 2000 historical epic. Scott’s star-studded second chapter, entering the theatrical arena Friday, picks up years after Russell Crowe’s Roman general Maximus was killed by Joaquin Phoenix’s emperor Commodus in the Oscar-winning predecessor.
Paul Mescal's “Gladiator II” trainer had him strip down to see how fit he was: 'Into your underwear, please'
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Paul Mescal on what he learned from working with Denzel Washington in "Gladiator II"
Paul Mescal discusses his experience working with Oscar winner Denzel Washington in "Gladiator II," and what it was like to ...
Paul Mescal's stunning transformation for Gladiator II - how he gained 10kg of muscle
Paul Mescal, who is best known for his role as student Connell Waldron in Normal People, underwent a dramatic body ...
'Gladiator II' fails as a historical epic, but not because of Paul Mescal's absolutely feral performance
"Gladiator II" starring Paul Mescal is a more action-leaning sequel that delivers on the big, wild fights, but not always on ...
Paul Mescal Says ‘If There's Going to Be a “Gladiator III”, I Hope I'm in It’
Paul Mescal is ready for Gladiator III. On Monday, Nov. 18, the actor, 28, spoke to reporters at the Gladiator II premiere ...
Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal on the intense physical demands of Gladiator II: 'My Irish blood doesn't function'
My Irish blood doesn't function with Ridley's shooting schedule': 'Gladiator II' stars Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal talk ...
Paul Mescal's 'Gladiator II' character appears in the first movie — here's a refresher on who Lucius is
Paul Mescal plays Lucius, son of Maximus, in "Gladiator 2." Lucius was also in the first "Gladiator" film, though he was only ...
Paul Mescal on Meeting King Charles, ‘Glicked’ Double Features and Drunk Karaoke With the ‘Gladiator II’ Cast
Paul Mescal talks about meeting King Charles III, the possible 'Glicked' phenomenon and drunk karaoke with the 'Gladiator' ...
Denzel Washington, Paul Mescal and Connie Nielsen on why "Gladiator II" lives up to the original
The stars of Ridley Scott's "Gladiator II" discuss the film's legacy and stepping back into the world of ancient Rome.
Paul Mescal and Girlfriend Gracie Abrams Have Date Night at “Gladiator II” Premiere
Mescal, 28, brought his girlfriend of several months Abrams, 25, to the Los Angeles premiere of his new action blockbuster on ...