Gladiator II Is The Biggest UK Box Office For Ridley Scott

Breaking His Own Record

Paramount Pictures UK announced today that Gladiator II has now surpassed Gladiator to become Ridley Scott’s biggest UK film to date. Gladiator II, which released in UK cinemas on 15 November, has now grossed over £31.5m…

The film, which was recently longlisted for 9 BAFTA categories including Best British Film and Supporting Actor, has been in UK cinemas for just over 7 weeks.

About Gladiator II
From legendary director Ridley Scott, Gladiator II continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius (Paul Mescal) 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.

About Paramount Pictures
Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Paramount Pictures has some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, and Paramount Players. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Entertainment, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group.