Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal became close while starring in Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II and have been both incredibly hot and adorable while on the press tour for the film and attending premieres.

Gladiator II storms into theaters today, 24 years after the original. The Ridley Scott sequel has received a Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, in part due to the tremendous performances from Paul Mescal (Lucius), Pedro Pascal (Marcus Acacius) and Denzel Washington (Macrinus).

Paul Mescal and Connie Nielsen dish on their new movie "Gladiator II," including the director Ridley Scott empowering the actors to advocate for their characters and bring ideas to the table. The stars also dish on swimming through dark caves during an epic yacht party with their co-star Pedro Pascal.