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.
Paul Mescal talks bulking up for ‘Gladiator II’
Paul Mescal says he has avoided the gym since filming "Gladiator II," but his love for chicken remains intact—despite it being a key part of him bulking up to portray Lucius Verus.
“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' 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 ...
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Paul Mescal's “Gladiator II” trainer had him strip down to see how fit he was: 'Into your underwear, please'
His diet? "All of the chicken imaginable." Paul Mescal's buffed up look in the new Gladiator II began with him ...
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 ...
'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 ...
How Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal Got their On-Screen Looks for ‘Gladiator II’
In ‘Gladiator II,’ the lead makeup artist shared the specific Amazon products used on actors Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, ...
Gladiator II Should’ve Let Paul Mescal Kiss
Spoilers follow for Gladiator II, released in theaters on November 22. , Gladiator II muffles Paul Mescal and his character, ...
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' ...
Paul Mescal weighs in on ‘Gladiator II’ and ‘Wicked’ rivalry
Paul Mescal sees "Gladiator II" and "Wicked" not as rivals but as part of a shared mission to energize the film industry, ...
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 ...