“Gladiator 2” tops “Indiana Jones” and “Top Gun” to join Paramount’s list of highest-grossing movies of all time

Ridley Scott’s sequel Gladiator II became one of the highest-grossing films in Paramount Pictures history, surpassing several classic films in the process. The film is a sequel to Scott’s 2000 Oscar-winning sword-and-sandal epic Gladiator. Original star Russell Crowe did not return to star in the sequel, but Scott returned to direct and Paul Mescal starred. While Gladiator II has yet to reach the critical mass of the first film, it remains a theatrical success, grossing around $370 million worldwide to date. .

Thanks to its recent success, Gladiator II is on Paramount Pictures’ list of highest-grossing films of all time, according to figures from The Numbers. The film currently sits at number 47 on the charts and has grossed $369.7 million worldwide and $134 million domestically. “Gladiator II” is just ahead of “Raiders of the Lost Ark” (48th place, grossing $367.5 million) and “Top Gun” (49th place, grossing $357.5 million). It ranks just below Captain America: The First Avenger (46th place, grossing $357.5 million). The total amount was $370.6 million).

What this means for the future of Gladiator II

Movie screenings may continue

“Gladiator II” has performed well at the box office so far, but it also faces competition from blockbusters such as “Wicked” and “Moana 2.” Even though the original film was released 24 years ago, the sequel has become a hot topic among audiences, and there is no chance that Gladiator II will continue to make a dent in the box office and surpass the original film’s $465 million box office gross. There is enough. Although the awards prospects are a little more uncertain than originally predicted, the film has more than justified its existence in Paramount’s eyes.

While the holiday season sometimes sees audiences watching movies that feel out of place amidst the outright cheer and joy, there’s a chance Gladiator II will continue to be a box office hit during the holiday season. With “Captain America” and “The Adventures of Tintin” set to enter the Paramount charts, there is reason to be optimistic that Scott’s film could rise further. While it definitely won’t crack the top spot, just its presence within the top 50 titles proves that Gladiator is a timeless asset for the studio.

Our thoughts on what’s next for Gladiator II

Movies could be better on streaming

“Gladiator II” has been in theaters for less than a month, so there’s still plenty of weeks left before its release, especially before Christmas. Nevertheless, Paramount will soon be keen to develop a strong business in streaming. Based on the recent 45-day theatrical release schedule the studio has been adhering to, Gladiator II could arrive on Paramount+ as early as mid-January, although the streamer has yet to reveal a specific date. I haven’t done it. Once it’s available at home, interest is likely to skyrocket. Regardless of its critical standing or awards profile, Gladiator II has a bright future ahead of it.

Source: The Numbers