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Is ‘Gladiator 2’ a Box Office Success?

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Despite high expectations, the 'Gladiator' sequel is struggling to find an audience, trailing the hotly-anticipated 'Wicked' adaptation.
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  • Industry insiders claim 'Gladiator 2' is facing a shockingly low $52 million opening weekend, way off projections of $90 million.
  • Russell Crowe, who reprises his iconic role, has reportedly been 'difficult to work with,' adding to production headaches.
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Russell Crowe, 'Gladiator 2'
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