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Gladiator II

2024·Movie
2h 28min·R
IMDb6.4Metacritic645.3Rotten Tomatoes70%68%

Where to watch

PrimefuboTVMGM+Paramount+Philo

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Relentless energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Epic and brutally violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle10
  • Violence10
  • Adrenaline9

Heart

Cathartic and wondrous

  • Catharsis7
  • Wonder7
  • Pathos6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor2

World

History, war, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality4

Craft

Standout direction

  • Direction8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout cinematography, sound design, and editing

  • Cinematography9
  • Sound Centrality9
  • Editing8

Who it's for

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About

Prepare to be entertained.

Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius 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.
Epic Historical DramaHigh-Octane ActionVisually GrandioseBrutal Combat ChoreographyPolitical IntrigueLegacy SequelImmersive Sound DesignColossal ScaleTragic Heroism

Crew

Directed by:
Ridley Scott, Tarik Ait Ben Ali, Mohammed Hamza Regragui
Written by:
Peter Craig, David Franzoni, David Scarpa
Produced by:
Ridley Scott, David Franzoni, Laurie MacDonald
Composed by:
Paul Massey, Harry Gregson-Williams, Peter Burgis

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Questions about Gladiator II

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Where can I stream Gladiator II legally?

PrimefuboTVMGM+Paramount+Philo

Gladiator II is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Paramount+, and Philo in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Gladiator II worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 70%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Gladiator II rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Gladiator II?

2 h 28 min

Gladiator II runs 2 h 28 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Gladiator II?

Critics67
Audiences62

Yes. Critics average 67 and audiences 62 out of 100, so both groups see Gladiator II much the same way.

Was Gladiator II a box office hit?

Budget$310 million
Box office$462 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $310 million to make and earned $462 million worldwide, 1.5 times its budget.

What language is Gladiator II in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Gladiator II?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Gladiator II in 126 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Gladiator II use?

Tragic KeepsakeHistorical Hero UpgradeCaligula's HorseAnyone Can DieDarker and EdgierCall-BackEveryone Is RelatedIt Is Beyond SavingGladiator RevoltArtistic License – HistoryLogo JokeOff with His Head!and 41 more

TV Tropes lists 53 storytelling tropes for Gladiator II, including Tragic Keepsake, Historical Hero Upgrade, Caligula's Horse.