With filming now confirmed to be underway for the sequel to the 2020 hit Netflix film,TheOld Guard, the film’s star,CharlizeTheronhas revealed two behind-the-scenes photos showcasing the return of several actors from the previous film.
The images, posted by Theron onTwitter, show the returning actors sitting outside smiling and chatting with each other. The post reads, “Let’s go to work. #TheOldGuard2 @OldGuardMovie @NetflixFilm,” reconfirming that production for the film has now started.
The photos show the return of Theron alongside co-starsChiwetel Ejiofor(Doctor Strange),KiKi Layne(If Beale Street CouldTalk),Marwan Kenzari(Aladdin), andLuca Marinelli(Martin Eden), who all appeared in the first film. Alongside the returning actors,Henry Golding(Crazy RichAsians),who was recently added to the film, also appears in the photo with the cast alongsideVictoria Mahoney, who replacesGina Prince-Bythewoodas director for the film. While not in the photos posted by Theron,Uma Therman(Pulp Fiction) is also set to appear in the sequel in an undisclosed role.
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Based on the comic book of the same name created byGreg RukaandLeandro Fernández,The Old Guardwas initially released in the summer of 2020 on Netflix to positive reviews from critics with the film earning an 80% critical score on Rotten Tomatoes alongside a 70% audience rating. Praise was directed towards the film for its action sequences and performances from the cast. The praise of the film reflected its popularity as it became one of the most-watched movies on the streaming service. The premise of the film centered on a team of immortal mercenaries who fight to protect their secret.
With the success of the original film, the announcement of a sequel in 2021 came as no surprise to many. While plot details of the sequel still remain unknown, with production now underway, fans of the first film can now be excited about the return of their favorite characters whenThe Old Guard 2eventually debuts on Netflix.
The Old Guard 2is directed by Mahoney and stars Theron, Layne, Kenzari, Marinelli,Matthias Schoenaerts(RedSparrow),Veronica Ngô(Da 5 Bloods), as well as Ejiofor, Golding, and Thurman.
The firstOld Guardfilm is now available to stream on Netflix.The Old Guard 2currently has no set release date.
