Charlize Theron confirms a sequel for The Old Guard is under production
Charlize Theron recently spoke to Variety's Senior Culture & Events Editor Marc Malkin, where she confirmed that the script for a sequel to her Netflix action hit The Old Guard which costars Kiki Layne was completed. The movie is adapted from Greg Rucka graphic novels about a roving band of immortal mercenaries, and has received praise for its diversity both in front of and behind the camera. Netflix claims that the movie was viewed by 72 million households in its first month.
In the same interview, Theron also confirmed the return of fan favourites Marwan Kenzari and Luca Marinelli as the gay power couple Joe and Nicky. The movie is scheduled to begin shooting in Q1 2022.
Previous leaks from Production Weekly indicate that the movie sequel will be titled The Old Guard, Chapter Two: Force Multiplied - in line with the original graphic novel series as well. Plot summary/spoiler below:
Ready to activate those Found Family feels again, ONTD?
Let’s go to work. https://t.co/N5em8Moq3c
- Charlize Theron (@CharlizeAfrica) July 1, 2021
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