'Gladiator II' World Premiere Set for London

Ridley Scott's highly anticipated sequel, 'Gladiator II', will have its world premiere on November 13 at the 72nd Royal Film Performance in London, with Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, expected to attend. The film, which stars Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, and Denzel Washington, continues the saga of Lucius Verus, the former heir forced into slavery and the Colosseum as he seeks to restore glory to Rome. Paramount Pictures has partnered with The Film and TV Charity for this event, celebrating the charity's centenary and supporting those in the UK entertainment industry. The premiere will be live-streamed to 30 cinemas across the UK, making it an accessible event for many fans. Scott expressed his excitement about finally delivering a sequel after nearly 25 years, describing the filmmaking process as akin to playing with a grand train set. This premiere follows a similar royal event for 'Top Gun: Maverick' in 2022, demonstrating a continued tradition of high-profile film launches in the UK.