As a Fan of the original Gladiator, I feel the continuation was perfectly executed. Incorporating characters of the original film, amazingly done. I went in expecting a horrible sequel and it ended up surprising me. Great job on the film! Will probably go and see it again this weekend.

The sequel no one asked for

Worth the wait. 24 years !!!!!!

Underwhelming. They were trying to force it. Definitely could have waited until Netflix or another streaming service picked it up.

It was pretty good but before seeing this one should definitely watch the first movie

Comes so close to being a good movie, if not a great one, but misses a few key marks in the writing. We needed to connect more with the main character, to understand his motivations and reasoning more. But as it is, it just feels hollow; devoid of any real depth or meaning. That being said, the action is great and the visuals are very appealing! If you can forget about that completely nonsensical boat scene in the flooded, shark infested colosseum (what were the filmmakers thinking??) then it's a very enjoyable time.

Better stay in home

It was fine. Was it as good as the first, no. Was it a decent sequel, sure. Did some scenes just kind of wrap up without any idea of how, yes. If you're expecting 2000 Gladiator this isn't for you. Also It definitely plays on nostalgia.

Not a good sequel.

compared to Part 1 this movie has very underdeveloped characters very ambiguous and confusing intentions specially Denzel Washington's character. everybody played their part excellent but there are no characters at the level of Russell crow or joaquin phoenix. high praises to cgi guys , Rome looks better than ever.

A great movie, highly recommend seeing it on the biggest screeen you

Fantastic sequel to the (2000) original!

Phenomenal movie. Expectations were definitely exceeded, I recommend it 100%

no character building, was not able to capture any attachment to any of the characters and you definitely feel the length of the movie plus CGI mess

Heavy fighting, minimal storyline

Movie was amazing but ending fell short.

I really enjoyed this movie!! Action was good and wow Denzel is just a legend!!!!

l did not like the visual effects but everything else was top notch. Shout out T-Mobile for making the price of admission cheaper!

Denzel for Oscar

Plot made no sense.

This movie had so much action you literally move in your seat with every blow the actors endured. So FAR… From all the new releases movies I so far seen in this year for 2024 this is the best movie. It caters to a large audience of new fans.

Bad casting, anticlimactic, lacked gravitas

a must see !

best movie in 2024

SMH…sigh

Love the continuation from the 1st movie, sad ending. Great movie!!

The 1st movie was more realistic. This one had some pretty far fetched scenes. The sharks in the arena is completely unrealistic.

If you loved the original, you will love the sequel!!! Oscar nominations are definitely loading.

Entertaining, but not as good as the first one

This was a good movie..not on the same level as the 1st but on it's own good!!..Good action and fight scenes!

It's that good

Unbelievable. Could not tear my eyes away from the screen. Kudos to the entire cast - they did their big one

Nice recovery from the first Gladiator movie.

Very decent follow up!!

Definitely a lot of twists and turns with Denzel Washington’s character. I didn’t like the ending.

loved how it continued the story.

Fantastic job to all the cast

I love it

Unfortunately the story was about the same as the 1st

Great movie, twists and turns throughout. Dolly Cinema is the way to go.

Lives up to the first and creates its own legacy

Enjoy this movie just as much as the first

Action packed with a great story and excellent visuals

This was so good I want to watch it again

A wonderful sequel to the first movie, with many plot twists and great acting.

The film is full of murderous surprises, and Denzel is at his sinister best!

Loveeeee this flick!!

Most sequel's are a disappointment but this one was a hit. I was pleasantly surprised that this sequel was really good. The movie was nicely put together and tied well with the original.

Loved it highly recommend !

Extremely proud and excited on a great continuing story. Bravo 👌🏼

Washington has the most fun, swishing about in dangling jewels and flowing robes, while Mescal—one of our best young actors—struggles to define Lucius outside of Crowe’s shadow. As for the relentless fights and battles, I found them to be increasingly tedious—even the wild ones with animals, given their reliance on CGI effects.

All of Ridley Scott's glorious pageantry is undercut by a script tragically burdened by cliches and characters who make stupid choices.

Like so many latter-day Ridley Scott films, Gladiator II at once feels half-baked and overstuffed, and the lack of internal consistency robs its action of sustained tension and its comedy of bite.

Jake Cole

Slant Magazine