Netflix is developing a sequel to the sci-fi military action film “War Machine” after the original becomes one of the streamer’s most-watched original movies. The film stars Alan Ritchson as a staff sergeant who encounters a supernatural killing machine during a simulated mission. Multiple outlets report that Netflix has moved forward with a follow-up installment in the franchise, with director Patrick Hughes returning to direct the sequel. Hughes is also reported to co-write the new film alongside James Beaufort. In addition, Hughes is set to produce the sequel through his Hidden Pictures banner, with further production involvement attributed to Todd Lieberman and others associated with Range Media Partners and Hughes’ production team. The announcements indicate Netflix’s intent to expand the “War Machine” property based on strong viewership performance. Specific release details, plot changes, and whether Ritchson will reprise his role are not confirmed in the provided summaries. The reporting focuses on Netflix’s development of the sequel and the creative team’s continued involvement.
Netflix develops sequel to “War Machine” with director Patrick Hughes returning
Netflix is developing a sequel to the sci-fi military action film “War Machine” after the original becomes one of the streamer’s most-watched original movies. The film stars Alan Ritchson as a staff s...
- Netflix is working on a sequel to “War Machine.”
- The original film becomes one of Netflix’s most-watched original movies, prompting the follow-up.
- Patrick Hughes is set to return to direct the sequel.
- Hughes is also reported to co-write the sequel with James Beaufort.
- Hughes is attached to produce through Hidden Pictures, with additional producers from the reported production companies.
Alan Ritchson may be re-enlisting in the service. Netflix is working on a sequel to “War Machine,” the sci-fi, military-themed action film that has been a viewing juggernaut for the streamer. Ritchson played a staff sergeant who comes face-to-face with a fearsome, supernatural killing machine while undergoing a simulated mission. Patrick Hughes, who oversaw “The […]
2 months agoFollowing the massive success of War Machine, Netflix is moving forward with a new installment in the franchise as Patrick Hughes is back to direct the sequel and co-write the pic with James Beaufort. Hughes also is onboard to produce along with Todd Lieberman through his Hidden Pictures, Range Media Partners’ Rich Cook, and Hughes’ […]
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