Gladiator II Debuts Strongly Overseas

Ridley Scott's 'Gladiator II' has made a strong debut, earning $87 million internationally, marking the director's largest overseas opening and Paramount's highest R-rated release. Released in 63 markets, the film features Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, and Pedro Pascal, and has been well-received, although some reviews note its historical inaccuracies and similarities to the original. In India, the film earned Rs 6.3 crore over its opening weekend. The sequel follows Lucius, son of Lucilla and nephew of Maximus, navigating ancient Rome, and will premiere in the US and China on November 22. While critics have praised Denzel Washington's performance, the film has a 75% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating mixed reviews.