Darien Library presents: Monday Night at the Movies!

This week we are showing “Gladiator II."

“From legendary director Ridley Scott, “Gladiator II” continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius (Paul Mescal) is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people.”– Paramount Pictures  

Director: Ridley Scott

Year: 2024

Starring: Paul Mescal as Lucius Verus Aurelius / "Hanno", Pedro Pascal as General Acacius, Connie Nielsen as Lucilla, Denzel Washington as Macrinus, Joseph Quinn as Emperor Geta, Fred Hechinger as Emperor Caracalla, Lior Raz as Viggo, Derek Jacobi as Senator Gracchus, Peter Mensah as Jugurtha, Matt Lucas as the Master of Ceremonies, Alexander Karim as Ravi, Tim McInnerny as Senator Thraex, Richard McCabe as Quaestor, and Rory McCann as Tegula.

This movie is 2 hours and 28 minutes and is rated R (for strong bloody violence).

Watch the official trailer.

Location: Community Room