Tue Jan 21 07:50:00 IST 2025: ## Gladiator II Arrives on Paramount+ January 21st

**Los Angeles, CA** – The critically acclaimed sequel, *Gladiator II*, is set to make its streaming debut on Paramount+ on Tuesday, January 21st. The film, directed by Ridley Scott, stars Paul Mescal as Lucius, Denzel Washington as Macrinus, and Pedro Pascal as General Acacius, alongside Connie Nielsen reprising her role as Lucilla.

Following the theatrical release on November 22nd, *Gladiator II* has already garnered significant accolades, including Golden Globe, Critics Choice, and BAFTA nominations, and was named one of the National Board of Review’s top 10 films of 2024. The film, rated R, has also proven a box office success, earning over $454.2 million worldwide.

The plot follows Lucius, forced to fight in the Colosseum after his home is conquered. He must confront the tyrannical Emperors ruling Rome, drawing strength from his past to reclaim the Empire’s glory. Rotten Tomatoes critics gave the film a 71% “fresh” rating, praising Washington’s performance and the film’s action spectacle, while audiences awarded it an 82% “fresh” rating.

*Gladiator II* is available to stream on Paramount+ with a subscription. Paramount+ offers both ad-supported ($7.99/month) and ad-free ($12.99/month) plans. The original *Gladiator* is also currently streaming on the platform.

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