After years of delays and false starts, World War Z 2 is finally moving ahead at Paramount Pictures. The long-awaited sequel will bring back Brad Pitt, who is set to reprise his role from the 2013 zombie thriller. The project has also found a new director in Edward Berger, known for All Quiet on the Western Front and Conclave. British writer Dennis Kelly has written the screenplay.
The sequel is currently known as World War Z 2, although Paramount has not announced an official final title. Details about the story are being kept secret, so there is currently no confirmed plot synopsis or release date.
Brad Pitt Returns as Gerry Lane
Brad Pitt will return as Gerry Lane, the character he played in the original World War Z. In the first movie, Lane was a former United Nations investigator who travelled across different parts of the world while searching for a way to stop a rapidly spreading zombie outbreak.
Pitt is also producing the sequel alongside Dede Gardner and Jeremy Kleiner through Plan B Entertainment. Edward Berger will serve as an executive producer in addition to directing the movie.
Pitt’s return is particularly notable because he has reportedly remained interested in continuing the franchise for more than a decade. Several attempts to develop the sequel were made after the first film, but none reached production.
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Edward Berger Directs World War Z 2
Edward Berger’s involvement is another major change for the sequel. The German filmmaker directed the Oscar-winning All Quiet on the Western Front and the political thriller Conclave. He recently worked with Pitt on the upcoming A24 film The Riders, which helped bring the two together for discussions about World War Z 2.
Berger’s appointment gives the franchise a different creative team from the earlier sequel plans. His version will be based on a screenplay by Dennis Kelly, whose work includes Utopia and the stage musical Matilda.
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What Happened to Earlier Sequel Plans?
A follow-up to World War Z has been discussed for years. J.A. Bayona was previously attached to direct a sequel before departing the project. Later, David Fincher became involved, with Pitt expected to return, but that version was ultimately not made. Reports have pointed to budget concerns among the reasons that version did not move forward.
The current project represents another attempt to revive the franchise. According to Cinema Express, Paramount’s new leadership pushed the sequel forward and made it a priority.
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World War Z 2 Release Date and Plot
There is no confirmed release date for World War Z 2 yet. Production details, filming dates and the wider cast have also not been announced. The storyline remains under wraps. It is therefore not yet known whether the sequel will directly continue Gerry Lane’s story from the first movie or take the franchise in a different direction.
The original World War Z, directed by Marc Forster, was released in 2013 and earned more than $540 million worldwide. The film was loosely based on Max Brooks’ 2006 novel World War Z: An Oral History of the Zombie War, while creating its own cinematic story around Gerry Lane.
Frequently Asked Questions
1.Is World War Z 2 confirmed?
Yes. Paramount is moving forward with the sequel, with Brad Pitt starring and Edward Berger directing.
2.Will Brad Pitt return?
Yes. Pitt will return as Gerry Lane and will also produce the movie.
3.Who is directing World War Z 2?
Edward Berger is directing the sequel.
4.Who wrote the screenplay?
Dennis Kelly has written the screenplay.
5.Does World War Z 2 have a release date?
No official release date has been announced yet.
6.Will the original supporting cast return?
Apart from Brad Pitt’s confirmed return, additional returning cast members have not been officially announced.
