'Gladiator II' Nearly Cast Timothée Chalamet as Lucius Before Paul Mescal

Story by Archie Fenn

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Ridley Scott's 'Gladiator II' casting surprises with Timothée Chalamet and Paul Mescal vying for the role of Lucius

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Timothée Chalamet was almost cast as Lucius before Paul Mescal landed the part, thrilling 'Dune' fans
Ridley Scott had two other leading actors in mind for the coveted sequel role, shaking up expectations for the film

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Timothée Chalamet, Paul Mescal, Dune, 'Gladiator II'