Former child actor Spencer Treat Clark has spoken out about Paul Mescal playing the character he originated in the upcoming Gladiator sequel. Spencer played youngster Lucius Verus in the original Oscar-winning movie,

Mescal said he was right for the role in small part because of one physical feature -- and no, it's not his impressive guns (strong enough to a face a rhino). It's his aquiline nose, a feature sometimes referred to as a Roman nose.

Oscar nominee Paul Mescal stars in ‘Aftersun,’ ‘Normal People,’ and ‘Gladiator II.’ Read about his movies and TV shows, age, reported girlfriend, and more.

Gladiator actor Spencer Treat Clark has spoken about Paul Mescal taking over his role for the upcoming sequel.

Paul Mescal tried to downplay his nervousness ahead of “Gladiator II.” According to the lead star of the highly-anticipated sequel, director Ridley Scott advised him to leave his nerves at the door before starting production.

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Paul Mescal is set to walk the red carpet amongst royalty as the global premiere of Gladiator 2 is set to take place in London next month. The Ridley Scott sequel will premiere on November 13. It will be released in cinemas on November 15 in the UK and November 22 in the US.

One has to imagine that for Paul Mescal the upcoming Gladiator II was a nerve-wracking experience. He was taking over the lead in the sequel to a movie that was both a box office success and an Oscar winner.

Gladiator star Spencer Treat Clark addresses being replaced as Lucius by Paul Mescal in Ridley Scott's highly anticipated sequel, Gladiator II.