Gladiator II Takes Netflix's #1 Spot After Streaming Debut
Ridley Scott's sequel, starring Denzel Washington as Macrinus, runs 148 minutes and earned a B CinemaScore, while the first film received an A.
Gladiator II debuted on Netflix this week and reached the #1 spot on the service, replacing Animals, according to Slashfilm. The film runs 148 minutes.
Denzel Washington plays Macrinus in the sequel, which is directed by Ridley Scott.
The film earned a CinemaScore of B. The first Gladiator received an A.
Gladiator II was released in 2024 and did not gain traction during that awards season. Early in the 2024 Oscar season, Denzel Washington was seen as a major contender for Best Supporting Actor for the film, and Christopher Nolan called it the best movie of that year.
Quick answers
Is Gladiator II on Netflix?
Yes. Gladiator II debuted on Netflix this week and reached the #1 spot on the service.
How long is Gladiator II?
The film runs 148 minutes.
Who plays Macrinus in Gladiator II?
Denzel Washington plays Macrinus.