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13 movies that are better than the book they’re based on

Think the book is always better than the film? These movie adaptations might make you reconsider, says Katie Rosseinsky

The Independent UK

This is how Ridley Scott used Sony cameras and DJI drones to turn 100 people into 10,000 soldiers!

You might not realise it, but drone-based 3D scanning with Sony cameras played a massive role in Ridley Scott’s Napoleon; Visualskies producer told me Dora Schluttenhofer how

Digital Camera World

Rupert Everett reveals he asked Ridley Scott for role in Gladiator 2 but ‘nothing happened’

Actor said he received an ‘American no’

The Independent UK

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Alien, Napoleon, and Gladiator director Ridley Scott is working on multiple original graphic novels

Modville will be the first of three titles from new publisher Mechanical Cake

GamesRadar

Did Romans battle rhinos in the Colosseum? A historian explains the truth behind the fight scenes in Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II.

The Romans are famous for their battles in the Colosseum, but how accurate are the scenes portrayed there in the new movie "Gladiator II"?

LiveScience

Did Romans really fight rhinos? Sports historian explains the truth behind the battle scenes in Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II

In the trailer for Ridley Scott’s hotly anticipated sequel to Gladiator (2000), a new gladiator (played by Paul Mescal) goes to battle in “the greatest temple Rome ever built – the Colosseum”.

The Conversation

As fans await Gladiator 2, Netflix giving fans another Ridley Scott and Denzel Washington movie to enjoy

Denzel Washington and Ridley Scott's 2007 "Certified Fresh" movie American Gangster has made its way into the Netflix Top 10.

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Gladiator 2 trailer reveals huge plot twist as identity of Lucius’s father is unearthed

Eagle-eyed fans may have spotted clues in original film

The Independent UK

The new Gladiator 2 trailer just confirmed Lucius is Maximus' son, and Paul Mescal has the perfect reaction

Are you not entertained?

Total Film

Ridley Scott wants to make Gladiator into a trilogy

‘Gladiator II’ is set to arrive in November

The Independent UK

James Cameron taunts critics of his dialogue: ‘Let me see your highest-grossing films’

The Avatar director, 70, joins Francis Ford Coppola and Ridley Scott in using choice words and robust comparisons to criticise unwelcome commentary

The Guardian - UK

Denzel Washington hits back at Gladiator 2 accent controversy

The Hollywood actor has come under fire after trailer for new movie

Evening Standard

Watch eerie 1st teaser for Hulu's 'Alien: Earth' TV series (video)

A new teaser and plot description has arrived for Hulu’'s "Alien: Earth" TV series.

Space

Apple TV+ Just Quietly Upgraded Its Most Underrated War Epic

Ridley Scott's divisive 2023 blockbuster has received a new lease on life thanks to a massive director's cut. Here's everything you should know about it.

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The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: health groups call for census U-turn, gambling losses mount, De Minaur out of US Open

Institutes say sexuality and gender data is needed to improve health outcomes; Australians lose an average of $1,600 a year on punts

The Guardian - UK

‘We have a good relationship … as long as he doesn’t start bitching’: why Ridley Scott and Russell Crowe’s Gladiator 2 spat has me entertained

Scott – without doubt the greatest interviewee on the planet – seems to be goading one of the most explosive actors in existence about his absence from the sequel of the film that made him

Top News

Ridley Scott's Epic 'Gladiator II' Set To Impress

Ridley Scott, at 86, continues to push boundaries with 'Gladiator II' and a Bee Gees biopic, showcasing his cinematic vision.

The Independent UK

Ridley Scott rebuilds Rome for 'Gladiator II'

Ridley Scott is calling his upcoming Roman epic “Gladiator II" his best film

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The Independent UK

Ridley Scott has perfect response when asked if he spoke to Russell Crowe about Gladiator 2

Director has shared main reason he didn’t consult with star of original movie

Tom’s Guide

7 new to Max movies to stream now with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes

Max is adding more acclaimed movies in September 2025 — here are seven new picks with at least 90% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Total Film

First teaser for Noah Hawley's Alien prequel series is nothing short of terrifying

Alien: Earth hits Hulu in 2025

The Independent UK

This Fall, Hollywood tries to balance box office with the ballot box

This fall, Hollywood will be trying — with everything from swaggering historical epics like “Gladiator II” to the high-seas adventure of “Moana 2” — to capture the nation’s attention at a time when much of it will be directed at the polls

Tom’s Guide

Max just got one of the best sci-fi movies of the past 10 years — and it's 91% on Rotten Tomatoes

In need of a stirring watch? Ridley Scott's "The Martian" is now streaming on Max.

Space

Who is Rook, the Renaissance station's robot science officer in 'Alien: Romulus?'

An explanation of the android characters of Ash and Rook in the "Alien" film universe.

The Guardian - UK

From Charli XCX and Van Gogh to Gladiator 2: the best culture to go out and see this autumn

The season of mists and mellow fruitfulness still offers plenty of excuses to leave the house. Our critics offer their odes to the season’s best film, theatre, dance, art, comedy and music. Expect a bumper harvest of culture

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