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'Wicked' soars with $114 million domestic opening, 'Gladiator' snares $55.5 million

Universal's "Wicked" tallied an estimated $114 million domestic opening and Paramount's "Gladiator II" is set to haul in $55.5 million.

Business - CNBC - 7 hours ago

These stocks could bask in the ‘Glicked’ glow as ‘Gladiator II’ and ‘Wicked’ open

“Wicked,” based on the popular musical, and “Gladiator II,” the sequel to the hugely successful historical epic, opened in movie theaters Friday.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Gladiator II takes $87m to break Ridley Scott opening box-office record

Long-awaited sequel performs strongly in UK and France, although behind February blockbuster Dune: Part Two. Gladiator II isn’t entertaining audiences in the US, Canada and China until this ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

'Wicked' tallies $19 million in previews, as 'Gladiator II' team-up heads for $200 million opening weekend

"Wicked" and "Gladiator II" arrive ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday and are expected to tally more than $200 million in combined ticket sales.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

'Wicked' tallies $19M in previews, as 'Gladiator II' team-up heads for $200M opening weekend

The box office this weekend will be painted pink and green, with a splash of red.

"Gladiator II" star Paul Mescal

Paul Mescal has earned critical acclaim and award nominations for his performances in "Aftersun" and the TV series "Normal People." Now, the Irish actor who's become a Gen Z heartthrob is ...

Critics say Gladiator II is 'gobsmacking' and 'loopy'

Some critics agree that while the film is an enjoyable watch, it doesn't quite live up to the original.

A Tiny Gladiator Tells of the Reach of Roman Empire Celebrity

A 2,000-year-old copper knife handle depicting a gladiator will go on display at Hadrian’s Wall, in the north of England, next year.

World - The New York Times - November 15

The stars of "Gladiator II" discuss the film's legacy

The stars of Ridley Scott's "Gladiator II" discuss the film's legacy and stepping back into the world of ancient Rome.

"Gladiator II" actors talk sequel, preparations and more

Actors Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn and Fred Hechinger talk about the upcoming release of "Gladiators II," 25 years after the original "Gladiator" movie, and what it was like working with director ...

Paul Mescal on stepping into the arena as Lucius in "Gladiator II"

Paul Mescal joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his role as Lucius in "Gladiator II," the son of Maximus and Lucilla, who is thrust into the arena to fight for the Roman Empire 15 years after Maximus' ...

Connie Nielsen on returning to "Gladiator" and reuniting with Ridley Scott

Ahead of the sequel's release, Connie Nielsen joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about stepping back into the world of Ridley Scott's epic saga and her character's emotional journey.

Connie Nielsen on returning to "Gladiator" after 24 years

Connie Nielsen opens up about returning as Lucilla in "Gladiator II," reuniting with director Ridley Scott and exploring her character's emotional journey.

'Wicked' and 'Gladiator' make gravity-defying theater debuts

“Wicked” and “Gladiator II” have debuted in theaters with a combined $270 million in ticket sales

Entertainment - ABC News - 2 hours ago

Domestic violence should not be taboo subject, says Queen

The Queen talks to survivors of domestic violence in a forthcoming TV documentary.

Call from Holly Newton's family to review domestic abuse law to be considered

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper tells the BBC it is an "extremely important issue" after 15-year-old Holly Newton's murder by her ex-boyfriend.

Half of male victims 'do not report domestic abuse'

A new report says there is a pressing need to provide support to victims who do come forward.

Ridley Scott on ‘Gladiator II,” Denzel Washington and Joaquin Phoenix

The director speaks his mind on rejected sequel ideas, Joaquin Phoenix’s plan to quit the original and working with a “fractious” Denzel Washington.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 7

Gladiator II review – Paul Mescal slays in Ridley Scott’s gobsmacking reboot

Scott’s return to the Roman arena is something of a repeat, but it’s still a thrilling spectacle and Mescal a formidable lead. We are entertained. What’s Latin for “Groundhog Day”? Once upon a ...

World - The Guardian - November 11

Movie Review: 'Gladiator II,' with Denzel Washington, goes back into the arena

“Gladiator II” isn’t quite the prestige film that the first one, a best-picture winner, was

Entertainment - ABC News - November 11

With 'Dune' and 'Gladiator' sequels in the mix, are we back to hits winning the top Oscar?

Here are the 10 best picture winners with the highest box-office grosses

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 13

The New Gladiator 4K Steelbook Is Only $20 Ahead Of Sequel's Theatrical Debut

Almost 25 years since it first released, you'd be hard-pressed to find a historical action movie better than Gladiator. With Gladiator II releasing in theaters November 22, it's the perfect time to ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 13

The year of the 'lega-sequel': What 'Gladiator II' and 'Twisters' say about Hollywood

From 'Twisters' to 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,' decades-later sequels have scored big at the box office. Will 'Gladiator II' continue the trend?

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 14

Denzel Washington says gay kiss in 'Gladiator II' was cut

“Gladiator II” is set to release next week, bringing audiences the glory and gore of the Roman Empire: Swords will be unsheathed in this blockbuster sequel and heroes will rise — and perhaps share ...

A criticized Airbnb deal will let users play gladiator in Rome's Colosseum

The ancient Roman Colosseum will be the venue of gladiator fights for the first time in two millennia under a $1.5 million sponsorship deal with Airbnb

World - ABC News - November 14

Gladiator knife handle found in Tyne ‘reflects spread of Roman celebrity culture’

Handle depicting secutor gladiator found on ‘edge of empire’ to go on display. A rare and pristine example of gladiator memorabilia found in the River Tyne is to go on display, shining light on a ...

World - The Guardian - November 15

Gladiator II: battles, baboons, Mescal and Denzel – discuss with spoilers

Ridley Scott’s sequel is certainly long awaited, but does it match up to the original, who will get an Oscar nod, what’s in a kiss and were you not entertained?. • This article contains spoilers ...

World - The Guardian - November 16

For the ‘Gladiator II’ Final Trailer, Paramount Takes Promotional Stunt to New Level

The studio plans to air the same 60-second trailer on 4,000 TV, radio and digital channels on Monday.

Business - The New York Times - November 17

"Gladiator II" star Paul Mescal on his relationship with fame

He's earned critical acclaim and award nominations for performances in "Aftersun" and "Normal People." Now, Irish actor Paul Mescal, who's become a Gen Z heartthrob, is front-and-center of Ridley ...

Denzel Washington, Paul Mescal and Connie Nielsen on "Gladiators" legacy

Ridley Scott's latest masterpiece revisits the world of ancient Rome with new characters and intense drama. The cast of "Gladiator II" talks to Nate Burleson on working with Scott and carrying ...

Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, and Fred Hechinger on stepping into the world of "Gladiator II"

Ridley Scott's return to Gladiator brings new faces to the franchise. Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn and Fred Hechinger share their experience joining the series.

'Wicked' and 'Gladiator' set the stage for gravity-defying box office weekend

'Wicked,' starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, and 'Gladiator II,' starring Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal, both open wide this weekend.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 3 days ago

Is ‘Glicked’ the new ‘Barbenheimer’? ‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’ collide in theaters

“Barbenheimer” was a phenomenon impossible to manufacture

Entertainment - ABC News - 3 days ago

Is ‘Glicked’ the new ‘Barbenheimer’? ‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’ collide in theaters

“Barbenheimer” was a phenomenon impossible to manufacture

Tech - ABC News - 3 days ago

‘Gladiator II’ Review: Denzel Washington and Paul Mescal Entertain

Denzel Washington’s performance shows skill, intensity and absolute confidence in Ridley Scott’s pleasurably immersive epic about ancient Roman fighters.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Review: 'Gladiator II,' though more of the same, unleashes a scheming Denzel Washington

Director Ridley Scott returns to the site of one of his greatest triumphs with a belated sequel that follows the same beats, giving Denzel Washington a forum to scheme.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 3 days ago

Denzel Washington commands ancient Rome and movie theaters with 'Gladiator II'

The biggest surprise of “Gladiator II” is not that Denzel Washington is great.

Ridley Scott shares his vision for "Gladiator II" as the sequel debuts

Nearly 25 years after the original "Gladiator" won five Academy Awards, Ridley Scott returns with "Gladiator II," out today. Elizabeth Palmer speaks with the director about bringing his epic vision ...

Latest in Domestic Opening Gladiator

'Wicked' soars with $114 million domestic opening, 'Gladiator' snares $55.5 million

These stocks could bask in the ‘Glicked’ glow as ‘Gladiator II’ and ‘Wicked’ open

Gladiator II takes $87m to break Ridley Scott opening box-office record

'Wicked' tallies $19 million in previews, as 'Gladiator II' team-up heads for $200 million opening weekend

'Wicked' tallies $19M in previews, as 'Gladiator II' team-up heads for $200M opening weekend

"Gladiator II" star Paul Mescal

Critics say Gladiator II is 'gobsmacking' and 'loopy'

A Tiny Gladiator Tells of the Reach of Roman Empire Celebrity

The stars of "Gladiator II" discuss the film's legacy

"Gladiator II" actors talk sequel, preparations and more

Paul Mescal on stepping into the arena as Lucius in "Gladiator II"

Connie Nielsen on returning to "Gladiator" and reuniting with Ridley Scott

Connie Nielsen on returning to "Gladiator" after 24 years

'Wicked' and 'Gladiator' make gravity-defying theater debuts

Domestic violence should not be taboo subject, says Queen

Call from Holly Newton's family to review domestic abuse law to be considered

Half of male victims 'do not report domestic abuse'

Ridley Scott on ‘Gladiator II,” Denzel Washington and Joaquin Phoenix

Gladiator II review – Paul Mescal slays in Ridley Scott’s gobsmacking reboot

Movie Review: 'Gladiator II,' with Denzel Washington, goes back into the arena

With 'Dune' and 'Gladiator' sequels in the mix, are we back to hits winning the top Oscar?

The New Gladiator 4K Steelbook Is Only $20 Ahead Of Sequel's Theatrical Debut

The year of the 'lega-sequel': What 'Gladiator II' and 'Twisters' say about Hollywood

Denzel Washington says gay kiss in 'Gladiator II' was cut

A criticized Airbnb deal will let users play gladiator in Rome's Colosseum

Gladiator knife handle found in Tyne ‘reflects spread of Roman celebrity culture’

Gladiator II: battles, baboons, Mescal and Denzel – discuss with spoilers

For the ‘Gladiator II’ Final Trailer, Paramount Takes Promotional Stunt to New Level

"Gladiator II" star Paul Mescal on his relationship with fame

Denzel Washington, Paul Mescal and Connie Nielsen on "Gladiators" legacy

Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, and Fred Hechinger on stepping into the world of "Gladiator II"

'Wicked' and 'Gladiator' set the stage for gravity-defying box office weekend

Is ‘Glicked’ the new ‘Barbenheimer’? ‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’ collide in theaters

Is ‘Glicked’ the new ‘Barbenheimer’? ‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’ collide in theaters

‘Gladiator II’ Review: Denzel Washington and Paul Mescal Entertain

Review: 'Gladiator II,' though more of the same, unleashes a scheming Denzel Washington

Denzel Washington commands ancient Rome and movie theaters with 'Gladiator II'

Ridley Scott shares his vision for "Gladiator II" as the sequel debuts

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