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Paul Mescal Looks *Really* Good In These ‘Gladiator II’ Photos

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UPDATED: The first photos of Paul Mescal in the highly-anticipated Gladiator II were *very* pleasing to the eye. Since July, there has been a steady trickle of images shared from the production, including images from the film’s official Instagram account that make us even more excited about seeing the film.

In previous images shared online, Mescal, 28, was captured wearing full-body armour and plenty of fake blood, for a reshoot of the film in Hove, East Sussex.

It was the first glimpse of Mescal in character for what looks to be an action-packed sequel, with the actor photographed amongst extras carrying (fake) weaponry and riding horses.

Soon after, a photo of the actor in hair and makeup for the role starting circulating the internet and, let’s just say, it has us kicking our feet with glee at the thought of upcoming movie.

A candid shot of Paul Mescal on the set for Gladiator II.

How did Paul Mescal prepare for Gladiator II?

As you would expect, there was a lot of training for Paul Mescal to transform into a gladiator. In an interview with UK radio station Capital FM, he said: “You have to train hard to be in a film like this and I kind of loved it.”

The actual training schedule included weight-lifting and resistance training, as well nutrition. While he said this type of training “gets tiresome in moments”, he also said he had all the resources he needed to do it.

“I had a great trainer, people telling me to eat, when to eat… you want to provide a character and a template that allows peoples imaginations to be activated,” he said.

So, as the release date draws closer, keep reading for everything we know about Gladiator II.

What Is Gladiator II About?

Gladiator II is the sequel to Gladiator, which aired back in 2000. The original film starred Russell Crowe (who Mescal bears more than a passing resemblance to in the newly released images) as Maximus Decimus Meridius, a Roman general who set out to avenge the emperor who murdered his family and enslaved him.

At the end of Gladiator, Crowe’s character was killed, so he won’t be making an appearance in the sequel. Instead, Gladiator II will follow Roman Empire Lucius Verus (Paul Mescal), the now-adult son of Lucilla (who was portrayed as a child in the original), and the nephew of Commodus (played by Joaquin Phoenix in the first film).

Who Else Stars In Gladiator II?

Mescal will star alongside the internet’s boyfriend, Pedro Pascal, who plays a former military commander, and Denzel Washington as a former slave-turned-wealthy merchant. And returning from the original film is Connie Neilsen as Lucilla, the mother of Mescal’s character.

When Does Gladiator II Come Out?

Luckily for us , there’s not too long until we can enjoy the film — and its actors — in all their glory. Gladiator II is slated for release in Australia on November 14, 2024. We’ll keep you updated when there’s more information on the Australian premiere.

Watch The Gladiator II Trailer

The trailer is here! Watch Mescal and Pascal sweat it out at the Colosseum:

This story was originally published on July 9, 2024 and updated on September 13, 2024 with new details – including the Australian release date for Gladiator II.

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