7 Dazzling Denzel Washington Performances to Watch

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In ‘Gladiator II,’ Denzel Washington again blurs the line between hero and villain
The Oscar winner always been at his best when he’s playing characters who wrestle with moral questions and personal shortcomings.
7 Dazzling Denzel Washington Performances to Watch After 'Gladiator II'
Denzel Washington absolutely runs off with "Gladiator II" as scheming Roman power broker Macrinus, a former slave whose end game is to become the new emperor. It's one of the two-time Oscar winner's best performances in his nearly 40-year career and one where he gets a chance to go as big as he did in "Training Day.
Ridley Scott: Denzel Washington’s ‘Gladiator II’ Character Is “Very Close to Trump”
The director explains the backstory behind Washington's scene-stealing character, and how he's not unlike the president-elect.
Review: ‘Gladiator II,’ though more of the same, unleashes a scheming Denzel Washington
Director Ridley Scott returns to the site of one of his greatest triumphs with a belated sequel that follows the same beats, giving Denzel Washington a forum to scheme.
‘Gladiator II’ is a very silly sequel, but only Denzel Washington got the memo
In this Ridley Scott rehash, a muscular Paul Mescal and conflicted Pedro Pascal fail to capture the magic of the original.
Denzel Washington Opens Up About 'Gladiator II'
This week Gladiator II arrives in theaters and we spoke with one of the film’s most iconic actors, Denzel Washington about his role in the project as well as his work bringing August Wilson’s plays to screen.
Gladiator II Is Already Denzel Washington's Second Highest-Grossing Film
Very few actors have a resume as impressive and wide ranging as Denzel Washington. Since he hasn’t been in a giant franchise…yet, his box office numbers aren’t as big as some of his contemporaries. However,
Denzel Washington’s 7 defining roles that shaped his career
With the release of Gladiator II, take a look at Denzel Washington’s remarkable career, showcasing his incredible range across diverse roles.
How ‘Gladiator 2’ Sneakily Turns Denzel Washington Into an Oscar-Worthy Villain With Clip-On Earrings, 15 Silk Tunics and More
In a world of political backstabbing, power and ambition, Denzel Washington’s Macrinus enters the arena in Ridley Scott ’s “ ...
‘Gladiator II’ Breakout Fred Hechinger Confirms He Was Not Part of That Cut Denzel Washington Kiss Scene
“Nickel Boys” actor Hechinger credited his “Gladiator II” co-star Washington for always keeping each take dynamic and fresh ...
Director Ridley Scott said Denzel Washington's 'Gladiator II' character is 'very close' to Donald Trump: 'He creates chaos'
"Gladiator II," which also stars Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal, has grossed over $300 million worldwide so far.
Ridley Scott Says Denzel Washington’s ‘Gladiator II’ Same-Sex Kiss ‘Didn’t Happen’: ‘They Acted the Moment’
Denzel Washington may have said that his same-sex kiss in “Gladiator II” was cut from the movie because the powers that be ...
‘Gladiator II’ Is Already Denzel Washington’s Second-Biggest Global Box Office Hit
Directed by Ridley Scott, Gladiator II debuted domestically this weekend and it's already one of Denzel Washington's ...
‘Gladiator II’ LA Premiere: Stars Paul Mescal and Denzel Washington Gear Up on the Red Carpet | Photos
"Gladiator II" pulled out all the stops Monday night while celebrating its Los Angeles premiere at the TCL Chinese Theatre.
'I'm Not Offered Any.' Denzel Washington Gets Real About How He's Done Dozens Of Movies And Literally None Of Them Have Been Rom-Coms
For all of the opportunities that Denzel Washington has had as an actor, the man hasn’t ever done a rom-com in his career. As ...
How Historically Accurate Are the Brother Emperors in Gladiator II?
From the first trailer until the release of Gladiator II, one thing stands out as the main difference between Ridley Scott's ...