Paul Mescal stars in musical spoof of Gladiator II on Saturday Night Live

"Saturday Night Live" aired a musical spoof of "Gladiator II" on December 7, featuring Paul Mescal as Lucius. The sketch humorously transformed the film into a musical following the success of "Wicked" and "Moana 2." The spoof included original songs and a playful take on the film's themes. Mescal sang about his character's struggles and aspirations, while the trailer featured a rap battle between Mescal and Mikey Day's emperor character. The sketch concluded with a group performance of "No Place Like Rome," showcasing a lighthearted twist on the original film's serious tone. Mescal ended the segment with a nod to "Wicked," singing "Rome" to the tune of "Defying Gravity."