Gladiator 2 Becomes Highest-Grossing Film of All Time, Outpacing Tarantino’s Oscar-Nominated 2019 Movie.

Gladiator II Enters Elite Box Office List as One of the Top 50 Highest-Grossing R-Rated Movies of All Time

Gladiator II has achieved a major milestone, entering the top 50 highest-grossing R-rated movies of all time at the box office. The film, which released on November 22, has joined a prestigious list, surpassing 2019’s Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood.

According to The Numbers and Box Office Mojo, Gladiator II has grossed over $380 million worldwide, putting it at No. 50 on the list, just below Fifty Shades Darker. This achievement is not only a testament to the film’s success but also highlights the strength of R-rated movies at the box office in 2024.

Gladiator II has made other notable milestones, becoming the top-grossing film in Denzel Washington’s career and one of the top 5 highest-grossing films in director Ridley Scott’s career, ranking at No. 4. The film will likely rise further, trailing only Prometheus by about $22 million.

The success of Gladiator II, along with other R-rated movies, such as Deadpool & Wolverine, Oppenheimer, Joker, and Bad Boys: Ride or Die, demonstrates the strength of the R-rated genre at the box office this year. However, it’s essential to consider that the film still has a long way to go to break even, with estimated production costs ranging from $250 million to $300 million.

Ultimately, while Gladiator II’s record is impressive, it’s crucial to look at the bigger picture and consider the film’s profitability.