What's Happening with The Meg 2?

The Meg 2is currently looking for the right script to move forward. Last year’sThe Megwas an unexpected hit when it was released towards the end of the summer. The Jason Statham-starring action project was able to earn over $530 million worldwide and was applauded for its tongue-in-cheek humor and over-the-top special effects. In the end, it was a perfect storm forThe Meg, which may or may not be able to be repeated for a sequel.

The MegproducerLorenzo di Bonaventurawas recently asked about the sequel while attending SXSW in Austin, Texas. News ofThe Meg 2popped up late last year when executive producer Catherine Xujun Ying confirmed that it was in development, but noted that it was a “secret.” While it might not truly be a secret, it is still in the very early stages of development. Bonaventura had this to say about the sequel.

“We’re working on a script. Yeah. So you never know until you get a good script… I was very thankful that the audience got that we were just trying to have fun, (and) not take ourselves seriously at all.”

The Megwas a co-collaboration between U.S. and Chinese studios, which proved to be a great success and paved the way for a second installment.Source material writer Steve Altenhas hinted that there are plenty of other underwater threats to be found in the franchise, so that won’t be too hard to pin down. Jason Statham has even said that he would be open to returning forThe Meg 2. With that being said, it is still unclear which direction the studio and writers will want to take the franchise. Regardless, it still sounds like a lot of fun even without knowing any details.

BeforeThe Meghit theaters, it wasn’t exactly clear what the movie was going to be. The first bit of promotional material seemed to paint it in a very serious light, though it was still pretty absurd. However, as time went on and thegiant prehistoric sharkwas revealed, the movie’s true colors were promoted and it went from aJaws-type movie to a straight up fun popcorn movie that was perfect for the end of summer as everyone prepares to get back into the normal swing of things.

While it is unclear ofThe Meg 2will officially happen at this point in time, it is good to know that it is still in development. Who knows, Lorenzo di Bonaventura could be throwing out some misdirection since Catherine Xujun Ying noted that they wanted to keep it a secret. Whatever the case may be, fans are excited at the idea of a sequel that brings us more over-the-top action and comedy with crazy special effects.The Meg 2update was first reported byCinemaBlend.