The extremely anticipated Gladiator II has made a strong debut on the Nigerian field workplace, recording a complete of N99.1 million in its opening weekend, marking the second-highest opening of the yr.
Based on knowledge from Nigerian Field Workplace, the historic epic, directed by Ridley Scott, earned N8.13 million on Wednesday and N8.96 million on Thursday, forward of its weekend launch.
The movie’s robust efficiency continued over the weekend, with Gladiator II grossing N82.05 million from Friday to Sunday, additional solidifying its place as a field workplace contender.
This debut locations Gladiator II among the many prime movie openings in 2024, following a sturdy exhibiting throughout its superior screenings.
The sequel, which brings again Ridley Scott’s signature filmmaking type, follows the story of Lucius (Paul Mescal), the nephew of Maximus from the unique Gladiator. With a star-studded solid together with Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, and Denzel Washington, the movie continues to discover themes of vengeance and redemption set in historical Rome.
Because the movie strikes ahead in its theatrical run, it appears set to proceed drawing robust audiences in Nigeria, demonstrating the nation’s rising significance within the international cinema panorama.
On the worldwide field workplace it has grossed an estimated $87m making it the most important abroad opening for any Ridley Scott movie.
Nairametrics beforehand reported that Gladiator II, grossed N17 million throughout its two-day superior screenings forward of its official launch on November 22, 2024.
Early home projections counsel a gap weekend gross of between $58 million and $72 million—strong numbers however nonetheless falling wanting the monetary targets required to interrupt even. Analysts estimate that the movie might want to exceed $600 million globally to cowl its prices, together with advertising and distribution.
