The two-time Academy Award winner is reportedly set to star in director Ridley Scott’s sequel to “Gladiator,” according to Deadline. The sequel will follow an adult Lucius (Mescal), the son of Lucilla (Connie Nielsen) and nephew of Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix). The script is written by David Scarpa, who also wrote Scott’s other upcoming historical epic, “Napoleon,” which reunites Scott and “Gladiator” star Phoenix. Production on the “Gladiator” sequel is expected to begin soon. SIGN UP for Gold Derby’s free newsletter with latest predictions

Source: The Star March 17, 2023 18:55 UTC