Paul Mescal Shares Joyful Behind-the-Scenes Snaps with Ridley Scott from 'Gladiator II'

Irish actor Paul Mescal recently posted a series of behind-the-scenes photos and a video on Instagram, capturing light-hearted moments with legendary director Ridley Scott on the set of the highly anticipated film Gladiator II. In the post, Mescal expressed his excitement, stating, Getting to go to work every day and have Sir Ridley Scott behind the camera is a good day’s work.

Mescal, who gained fame from his role in Normal People (2020) and earned critical acclaim for his performances in The Lost Daughter (2021) and Aftersun (2022), plays the leading role in the upcoming epic film. Gladiator II, a sequel to the famous film Gladiator (2000), features a star-studded cast including Pedro Pascal, Connie Nielsen, and Denzel Washington. The film follows the story of Lucius, the former heir to the Roman Empire, who becomes a gladiator.

Fans eagerly await the film’s release on November 15, 2024, in the UK and November 22 in the US and Canada. Mescal’s post not only offers a glimpse into the camaraderie on set but also heightens the anticipation for this epic sequel.