The highly anticipated sequel to Ridley Scott’s Oscar-winning epic, Gladiator II, has officially hit digital platforms as of December 24, 2024. Fans eager to revisit ancient Rome’s grandeur and gripping narratives can purchase or rent the film on popular platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Vudu. Purchase prices are set at approximately $24.99, with rentals available for $19.99.
For collectors and enthusiasts of physical media, Gladiator II is slated for release on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD, and a limited-edition SteelBook on March 4, 2025. These editions promise a comprehensive viewing experience, featuring over 100 minutes of bonus content. This additional material offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film, including:
A Dream That Was Rome: Origins – An exploration of how the sequel came to life, with insights from Ridley Scott and the production team.
What We Do In Life Echoes In Eternity: The Cast – A deep dive into casting choices, featuring interviews with lead actors.
In The Arena: Filmmakers – Behind-the-scenes footage from on-location shoots in Malta, Morocco, and the UK.
To Those About To Die, We Salute You: Combat – A look at the choreography and special effects behind the intense combat sequences.
Building An Empire: Post-Production – Insights into editing, scoring, and visual effects, featuring composer Harry Gregson-Williams.
Deleted Scenes – Additional content that did not make the final cut.
Directed by Ridley Scott, Gladiator II features an all-star cast led by Paul Mescal as Lucius Verus, the nephew of the original film’s antagonist, Emperor Commodus. The cast also includes Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington, and Connie Nielsen reprising her role as Lucilla.
The film has been a commercial success, earning over $416 million at the global box office. Streaming availability is expected in early 2025 on Paramount+, following a typical 45-60 day theatrical-to-streaming window.
Fans of the franchise can enjoy the film digitally now or look forward to the physical releases in March 2025, which are sure to delight both casual viewers and devoted collectors alike.
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