Gladiator 2's "New Maximus" Shows Why Russell Crowe Doesn't Need To Return

Russell Crowe as Maximus in the arena in Gladiator

Summary SCREENRANT VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT New set photos from Gladiator 2 show the long-awaited sequel's Maximus replacement, proving there's no need for Russell Crowe's return. Ridley Scott's original Gladiator film sported Russell Crowe as the general turned gladiator Maximus Decimus Meridius, a role that solidified him as one of the world's most prominent movie stars.

Paul Mescal is playing the character Lucius, who Spencer Treat Clark previously played in the 2000 film. Lucius was the son of Lucilla , with the new movie likely picking up about 20 years later. Photos show Mescal in Roman armor, with the same breastplate design Crowe's Maximus wore in the first film. With his haircut and shredded physique, Paul Mescal looks fantastic, building anticipation for the sequel.

The new photos indicate that, like with the original, Gladiator 2 will be a film that's centered around its star. Part of the appeal of the original was that Russell Crowe was entirely believable as a leader and as a warrior, with a particular magnetic aura that draws in other characters as well as audiences. In a sense, there's a danger in bringing back a character like that, as he can overshadow anything new they'd try to accomplish.

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