Gladiator II, directed by Ridley Scott, has made a powerful international debut, earning $87 million in its opening weekend across 63 markets.
This marks the biggest offshore opening for any Scott-directed film, showcasing its widespread appeal. The movie, starring Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, and Denzel Washington, is a sequel to the iconic 2000 film and features Lucius, the nephew of Maximus, navigating the brutal Roman Empire after his homeland was conquered.
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The film dominated key markets, with $11.1 million in the UK, $10.3 million, and $5.6 million in France.
The film achieved notable success in Europe and Asia-Pacific markets and set records for an R-rated release by Paramount.
It has also enjoyed one of the widest international releases for the director, setting a high benchmark ahead of its domestic release.