Russell Crowe Wanted Maximus To Return, Ridley Scott Says

What Happens in the Mirror Universe Where Russell Crowe Loses the Oscar for Gladiator?
That’s a lot of Oscar history happening in the span of two years, a Jenga tower of cause and effect that would topple if even one block got removed. Like, for example, if Russell Crowe never won that Best Actor Oscar for Gladiator, a development that would alter the course of Oscars history, Hollywood history — heck, even American history.
Gladiator 2: Ridley Scott Reveals Russell Crowe’s Original Plan to Return
In a recent discussion, acclaimed director Ridley Scott revealed that Russell Crowe was extremely enthusiastic about reprising his role of General Maximus in Gladiator 2. The actor, who won the Academy Award for Best Actor in 2001 for his role in Gladiator,
Russell Crowe Initially Wanted To "Come Back From The Dead" In ‘Gladiator II,' Ridley Scott Says
Russell Crowe wanted to keep spectators entertained. While the Oscar-winning star of 2000’s Gladiator is not in the film’s follow-up, he did valiantly try to be. According to helmer Ridley Scott, Crowe wanted to reincarnate his character of Maximus,
Why Russell Crowe Isn't in “Gladiator II”, and Everything He's Said About Missing Out on the Sequel
Related: Ridley Scott Says Russell Crowe Once Asked to Star in Gladiator II: 'I Want to Come Back from the Dead' (Exclusive) Two O.G. cast members do reprise their roles: Connie Nielsen and Derek Jacobi. New cast members range from Denzel Washington to Pedro Pascal and Joseph Quinn.
“I Can Make Even Garbage Sound Good.” Russell Crowe Didn't Have a Good Opinion of the Gladiator Script
Russell Crowe spared no criticism towards the Gladiator script. He reportedly didn't even like the iconic line that was memorable to many viewers.
Gladiator 2: Russell Crowe Wanted Maximus To Return, Ridley Scott Says
In a recent discussion, acclaimed director Ridley Scott revealed that Russell Crowe was extremely enthusiastic about reprising his role of General Maximus in Gladiator 2. The actor, who won the Academy Award for Best Actor in 2001 for his role in Gladiator,
Ridley Scott reveals how previous Gladiator 2 script planned to bring back Russell Crowe
Even though Russell Crowe is not in Gladiator 2, director Ridley Scott has revealed that Crowe originally wanted to reprise his role, even if it meant bringing him back from the dead.
'Gladiator' star Russell Crowe donates thousands to help save stuntman's leg
Russell Crowe has donated £5,000 ($6,336) to Charlie Allan to help save his leg after the stuntman fell off his roof while ...
Secrets of Russell Crowe’s ‘endorphin inducing $42m home
Years ago, when I was fortunate enough to be in Russell Crowe’s employ, I visited him at his Finger Wharf bolthole he has ...
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Russell Crowe donates £5,000 to save Scottish friend's leg
Stuntman Charlie Allan, who starred alongside the Hollywood legend in Gladiator, is hoping for a leg-saving operation.
‘Gladiator 2’ Review: A Dreadful, Pointless Sequel That Never Should Have Seen The Light Of Day
Mescal has help from Denzel Washington, who reprises his role as Alonzo Harris from Training Day (2001). That’s not really ...
Gladiator 2’s original script made Russell Crowe a time-traveling zombie warrior
Rocker Nick Cave wrote it at Russell Crowe’s request. The response? ‘Don’t like it, mate’ ...
Actor Russell Crowe 'relists his luxurious Sydney wharf apartment for a scaled-back price' after hinting at retirement
Russell Crowe is trying to sell his top-of-the-market Sydney wharf apartment for a scaled-back price, a source has claimed.
How ‘Gladiator II’ Brought Maximus Back to Life
When it came to bringing Maximus’ breastplate to life, the team spared no detail. After acquiring an original from the first ...
Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe Faced Off in This Bonkers ‘90s Sci-Fi Thriller
The early ‘90s were full of blockbusters that explored the dangers of evolving technology. 1991’s Terminator 2: Judgment Day ...