Ridley Scott has weighed in on Barry Keoghan ’s exit from the forthcoming sword-and-sandals sequel Gladiator II. Banshees of Inisherin star Keoghan had signed on to play the role of Emperor Caracalla, but dropped out and was replaced by The White Lotus ’s Fred Hechinger.

Ridley Scott revealed that Barry Keoghan had to leave 'Gladiator II' for 'Saltburn.' Keoghan tells IndieWire what happened.

Gladiator 2 director Ridley Scott has responded to Barry Keoghan's exit from the film, after he had to drop out due to scheduling conflicts.