Stranger Things star Joseph Quinn is also in negotiations to play Emperor Caracella in new film.
In 2020,Nielsen told EWthat she would definitely be interested in appearing in aGladiatorsequel.
“So, we did hear from the producers,” she said.
Connie Nielsen as Lucilla in ‘Gladiator’.Everett Collection
And then I think it’s a question of COVID and can we get back to work.
But I would be interested in doing [the film], for sure.
I mean, it’s obviously a wonderful project, so of course I would be interested."
In addition to Nielsen and Mescal, the sequel’s cast includesDenzel WashingtonandBarry Keoghan.
The sequel is set for release Nov. 22, 2024.
Scott recently reteamed with Phoenix for another historical epic,Napoleon, which is set for release in November.
