Paul Mescal Joins Connie Nielsen & Fred Hechinger at 'Gladiator II' Screening in NYC

Paul Mescal is continuing the press tour for the Gladiator sequel!

The 28-year-old Oscar-nominated actor joined co-stars Connie Nielsen and Fred Hechinger at a special screening of Gladiator II on Wednesday (November 20) held at The Whitby Hotel in New York City.

Earlier this week, the cast attended the Los Angeles premiere of the movie, and at the after party, Paul and girlfriend Gracie Abrams made their first official appearance as a couple!

From legendary director Ridley Scott, Gladiator II continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius (Mescal) is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people

In a recent interview, Paul addressed the possibility of appearing in a potential third Gladiator movie.

Gladiator II hits theaters on Friday, November 22. Watch the trailer here!

Click through the gallery inside for 15+ pictures of the stars at the screening…