The Big Picture

‘Gladiator II’ Is Here. Are We Not Entertained?

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Hosts

Sean FennesseyChris RyanMallory Rubin

About the episode

Sean is joined by Chris Ryan and Mallory Rubin to discuss one of the most highly anticipated movies of 2024, Ridley Scott’s new film Gladiator II. They work through their complicated feelings on the sequel (05:09), highlight some of the key standout performances (22:49), and predict its box office potential and Oscars chances (67:25). Then, they each rank their top five favorite legacy sequels of all time (76:00).

Host: Sean Fennessey
Guests: Chris Ryan and Mallory Rubin
Producer: Olivia Crerie
Video Producer: Jack Sanders

Summary

  • 5:09

    Our complicated feelings on the sequel

  • 22:49

    The key standout performances

  • 1:07:25

    Box office potential and Oscars chances

  • 1:16:00

    Our top five favorite legacy sequels of all time