Cast of Gladiator 2
Gladiator 2 continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius (Paul Mescal) is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people.
Main Cast of Gladiator 2
Paul Mescal
Lucius
Pedro Pascal
Marcus Acacius
Denzel Washington
Macrinus
Connie Nielsen
Lucilla
Joseph Quinn
Emperor Geta
Fred Hechinger
Emperor Caracalla
Lior Raz
Viggo
Derek Jacobi
Senator Gracchus
Complete Cast of Gladiator 2
| Actor Name | Character Name | Role Description | Previous Gladiator Connection |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Mescal | Lucius Verus | Main protagonist, son of Lucilla | Character appeared as child in original |
| Pedro Pascal | Marcus Acacius | Roman general trained by Maximus | New character |
| Denzel Washington | Macrinus | Wealthy arms dealer and power broker | New character |
| Connie Nielsen | Lucilla | Lucius's mother, daughter of Marcus Aurelius | Returning from original |
| Joseph Quinn | Emperor Geta | Co-emperor of Rome | New character |
| Fred Hechinger | Emperor Caracalla | Co-emperor of Rome, Geta's brother | New character |
| Lior Raz | Viggo | Gladiator trainer | New character |
| Derek Jacobi | Senator Gracchus | Roman senator | Returning from original |
| Peter Mensah | Jugurtha | Gladiator | New character |
| Matt Lucas | Master of Ceremonies | Colosseum announcer | New character |
| May Calamawy | Undisclosed | Supporting role | New character |
About Gladiator 2
Gladiator 2 is the highly anticipated sequel to the 2000 Academy Award-winning epic Gladiator. Directed once again by Ridley Scott, the film takes place approximately 20 years after the events of the original film. The story follows Lucius, the nephew of Emperor Commodus and son of Lucilla, who was saved by Maximus in the first film.
The production features an all-star cast led by Paul Mescal, fresh off his Academy Award nomination for "Aftersun," taking on the lead role. The film also brings together Pedro Pascal, riding high on the success of "The Last of Us" and "The Mandalorian," and Academy Award winner Denzel Washington in a pivotal role.
Production and Legacy
Gladiator 2 has been in development for over two decades, with various scripts and concepts explored before settling on the current story. The film was shot in multiple locations including Malta, Morocco, and the UK, utilizing both practical sets and cutting-edge visual effects to recreate Ancient Rome.
Connection to the Original
While Russell Crowe's Maximus won't return (having died in the original), the sequel maintains strong connections to the first film through returning characters Lucilla (Connie Nielsen) and Senator Gracchus (Derek Jacobi). The story explores the aftermath of Maximus's actions and how they shaped the next generation of Rome.