How Gladiator II is Driving My SEO Success
Hop on Major Trends and Spends, like Gladiator II, to boost your SEO - And Save Money
In the digital world, it’s more competitive than ever to capture your audience’s attention. One of the most effective ways to do this is to tap into trending topics—blockbuster movies or major media, sporting and news events—to supercharge your SEO.
Here’s how to ride the wave of significant marketing budgets and capture new audiences.
How Niche and Historical Content Boosts SEO
In SEO, niche content often outshines broad topics. Why? Niche topics naturally attract specific audiences with a high degree of curiosity. Historical content—like the life of Emperor Caracalla, who is featured in Gladiator II—meets this need while providing unique SEO advantages. This emphasis on the power of niche and historical content should instil confidence in your SEO strategy.
How I am Leveraging Gladiator II and Major Media Trends
With the release of Gladiator II, audiences (especially younger ones) turn to search engines to explore related topics before, during, and will search again after watching. As 'Gladiator II' publicity surges, many will ask: “Was Emperor Caracalla real?” “How does Gladiator II relate to Roman history?” “Who was the ‘evil emperor’ of Rome?”
You can tap into this buzz by crafting content around anticipated searches.
In my case, I published “20 Things You Need to Know About Emperor Caracalla to Understand Gladiator II,” targeting keywords like “Gladiator II,” “Emperor Caracalla,” and “Roman history.” This lets me ride on the movie’s marketing push, driving traffic without any advertising investment. There are many benefits to this approach.
But My Product or Service is NOT about a Major Film!
No, but think about these things:
Use your 'noddle' to think about what's coming—the sports calendar, new film releases, news of AD campaigns, big new TV programs, or anything related to the so-called 'water cooler' topics being discussed.
Act Fast if Need Be
My book, "How Often Do You Think About The Roman Empire?" was written well before that particular trend took hold. It was called - 'Roman Empire - What You Need to Know.' I changed the title and adapted quickly.
Maximize Trend-Driven Content
I publish books under the pseudonym Birdy Slade (see birdyslade.com), and my big sellers are about the Roman Empire. Indeed, my biggest success is with "How Often Do You Think About The Roman Empire?" You may remember that trend last year.
Longer Tails are the Cheaper Trail.
I started in January 2024 to build 'Gladiator' related content, and now my site has 60+ articles about the Roman Empire and thousands of FAQs.
The result - masses of?Long-Tail Keywords over time - that long tail is the cheap trail!
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FAQ Example
Q: Were there talent scouts looking for new gladiators outside of Rome?
A: Talent scouts and procurators travelled to distant provinces and territories to find recruits. These recruits were often slaves or prisoners of war but were also evaluated for their potential as Gladiators in the arena.
Tools to Use
I use tools like Google Trends, SEMrush, or Ahrefs to identify long-tail keywords that link the media trend with historical figures or topics. For Gladiator II, some valuable long-tail keywords include (amongst other words):
Publish in Sync with the Trend’s Timeline
Timing is everything. For example, Gladiator II??generated buzz months before its release, but now the heat is really on. Aim to publish your content early enough to establish a search presence before interest peaks. This stresses the importance of timing, which should make you feel prepared and strategic in your approach.
Example Tip: Draft and publish your content when buzz begins, and promote it heavily during critical points. In my case, that's trailer drops, actor interviews, and the opening weekend—to align with the trend.
Optimize for Featured Snippets and FAQs
Trend-driven articles often appear in Google’s “Featured Snippets” or FAQ sections. Structure your content to maximize your chances of being featured.
Create Related Content Clusters
Audiences seeking historical context often want more than one article. To expand user engagement, create a content cluster around your main article. My Birdy Slade site has tens of really interesting 'Roman'- themed articles all ready and waiting.
Riding the Marketing Budget of Major Media Companies
One of the most significant advantages of linking your content to a significant media trend is that it effectively lets you leverage another company's marketing budget. The promotional machine—ads, interviews, trailers—will generate massive search interest for a film like Gladiator II. If your content aligns, you capture some of this traffic cheaply.
I use social media (even this article!), like Facebook-specific groups and hashtags like #GladiatorII or #RomanHistory, to expand my reach. Interactive content, like polls or quizzes based on the film’s historical themes, can drive further engagement.
Advertising?
If the budget allows, a small paid campaign around the peak of the trend can drive your content to the top. Short bursts of ads during prime search times can boost visibility and authority (but be careful about your budget settings!).
Case Study: My “20 Things About Caracalla...” Article
My article on Emperor Caracalla, linked to Gladiator II, is already attracting readers. Here’s how it’s aligned with SEO best practices:
Have You Got 'Noddle'?
Trend-driven SEO is a powerful, cost-effective, and exciting strategy, but it takes time, investment, foresight and 'noddle.'
Take inspiration from Gladiator II and other media trends to draw audiences to your content. I think I am winning at historical storytelling a modern digital marketing success story, time will tell.
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