He is a world builder, he raved toMens Healthof Scott, who marked his 86th birthday in November.

I was never expecting to do that, obviously, and so I was incredibly grateful.

He built ancient Rome!

Joseph Quinn, Ridley Scott, Gladiator 2

Joseph Quinn is opening up about his time working with director Ridley Scott on the upcoming ‘Gladiator II’.Taylor Hill/FilmMagic/Karwai Tang/WireImage

Not a lot of people can do thatRidley Scott can, added Quinn.

Going back near that world felt a little daunting, but also utterly thrilling, he added.

Yes, I play one of the emperors in it, and it was a truly incredible experience.

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Russell Crowe inGladiator(2000). (Universal Pictures)DreamWorks/courtesy Everett Collection

And thats all I can say.

Gladiator IIpremieres November 15 internationally and November 22 in the US and Canada.