From Face/Off 2 to Shrek 5 – The Wildest Sequels You Didn't See Coming

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Surprise! These Upcoming Movie Sequels Are Actually Happening

If you thought Hollywood had finally run out of sequels… think again. The film industry is doubling down on franchise nostalgia, bringing back everything from cult classics to big-budget blockbusters that we never thought would get another chapter. Some of these upcoming sequels make total sense (looking at you, Frozen 3), but others? Completely unexpected.

From Face/Off 2 to 28 Years Later, here are the wildest upcoming sequels you probably didn’t even know were in development.

Hollywood's Never-Ending Love for Sequels

Let’s be real—Hollywood is obsessed with reboots, revivals, and sequels because they’re (usually) easy money. If a franchise has a built-in fanbase, studios don’t have to gamble on a brand-new idea. And with streaming services like Netflix, Prime Video, and Hulu jumping into the sequel game, we’re getting even more unexpected follow-ups to movies that either flopped in theaters or found a second life online.

The trends we’re seeing?
🎬 Legacy sequels – AKA bringing back the original cast but mixing in a new generation (think Top Gun: Maverick).
🔥 Streaming-fueled revivals – Movies that didn’t kill it at the box office but blew up on Netflix, so now they’re getting a sequel (looking at you, The Tomorrow War 2).
🛑 Cult classic comebacks – Some movies that bombed years ago are now fan favorites, leading to long-overdue sequels (Attack the Block 2, anyone?).

Now, let’s get into the good stuff—what’s actually in the works.

Action & Sci-Fi Sequels You Never Saw Coming

Face/Off 2

Yes, really. Nicolas Cage and John Travolta are reportedly coming back for a sequel to the 1997 action-thriller about two sworn enemies who literally swap faces. Director Adam Wingard is leading the project, and while the original film ended with Cage’s character seemingly dead, the sequel promises to find a way to bring him back—because logic doesn’t apply when it comes to Cage-level chaos. Expect over-the-top action, ridiculous face-switching twists, and an even wilder storyline than the first.

Riddick: Furya

Vin Diesel is stepping back into his most badass role as Richard B. Riddick for the fourth installment of the Riddick franchise. This time, the story takes us to Furya, Riddick’s long-lost home planet, where he finds his people engaged in a desperate struggle against monstrous invaders. With its mix of sci-fi horror and brutal action, Riddick: Furya promises to bring back the gritty, survivalist tone of Pitch Black while expanding the franchise’s deep lore.

Edge of Tomorrow 2

Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt are expected to return for a sequel to Edge of Tomorrow, the time-looping sci-fi thriller that gained a cult following post-release. Director Doug Liman has hinted that the sequel is closer than ever to happening, though the challenge will be figuring out how to top the original’s mind-bending time mechanics. With Cruise’s dedication to insane stunts and Blunt’s no-nonsense heroics, this could be the sci-fi comeback we didn’t know we needed.

Tron: Ares

Jared Leto is leading this long-awaited follow-up to Tron: Legacy, with Maleficent: Mistress of Evil director Joachim Rønning at the helm. The film will dive deeper into the digital world of The Grid, but plot details remain mostly under wraps. Fans are hoping for neon-drenched cyberpunk visuals, high-stakes digital warfare, and, of course, a killer electronic soundtrack (fingers crossed for a Daft Punk cameo).

The Tomorrow War II

Despite mixed reviews for the first film, Amazon Prime Video is moving forward with a sequel to The Tomorrow War, with Chris Pratt likely returning. The original saw soldiers from the past drafted into a war against alien invaders, and while the main conflict seemed resolved, the sequel is expected to introduce new threats and time-travel twists. If the first movie was any indication, we can expect big-budget action, more alien carnage, and some convoluted but entertaining time paradoxes.

Horror Sequels That Will Keep You Up at Night

28 Years Later

After decades of speculation, director Danny Boyle and writer Alex Garland are finally giving us a sequel to 28 Days Later. Instead of following 28 Months Later, the new film will jump forward nearly three decades, with the world likely in full-blown post-apocalyptic chaos. Expect a fresh cast, terrifying new infected, and Boyle’s signature fast-paced horror style to bring the rage virus back in a big way.

Violent Night 2

David Harbour’s badass, sledgehammer-wielding Santa is coming back for more brutal holiday chaos. While the first Violent Night turned Santa into an action hero protecting a family from criminals, the sequel promises to expand the lore—possibly introducing Mrs. Claus or other legendary holiday figures. Get ready for another round of festive beatdowns, over-the-top action, and R-rated Christmas spirit.

Talk to Me 2

A24’s indie horror Talk to Me became an instant hit, so a sequel was inevitable. The original film revolved around a cursed embalmed hand that allowed people to communicate with the dead (with terrifying consequences), and the sequel will likely explore the origins of this eerie artifact. With directors Danny and Michael Philippou returning, expect more bone-chilling supernatural horror, fresh nightmare fuel, and even deeper psychological terror.

Final Destination: Bloodlines

You can’t cheat death—at least not for long. The Final Destination franchise is back with Bloodlines, which is set to explore the origins of the infamous curse that ensures characters die in increasingly elaborate ways. While the signature death traps will definitely return, this installment could dive into the history behind death’s design and why certain people are marked for doom in the first place.

Comedy & Animated Sequels You Didn't Expect

Freakier Friday (Freaky Friday 2)

Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis are reuniting for a long-awaited sequel to the 2003 Disney classic Freaky Friday. Titled Freakier Friday, the film will see mother and daughter switching bodies once again, but this time with a fresh twist (possibly involving multiple generations or an even wilder swap scenario). With both stars confirmed to return, expect hilarious chaos, heartfelt moments, and some serious early 2000s nostalgia.

Shrek 5

DreamWorks is finally bringing back everyone’s favorite ogre for Shrek 5, with Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, and Cameron Diaz all set to return. The story details are still under wraps, but Eddie Murphy has hinted that Donkey might take center stage this time. On top of that, a Donkey spin-off movie is also in the works, meaning the Shrek universe is about to get a major revival.

Happy Gilmore 2

Adam Sandler is dusting off his golf clubs and stepping back into his iconic role for a sequel to Happy Gilmore. Christopher McDonald (aka Shooter McGavin) has confirmed that a script exists, and Netflix is reportedly backing the project. Given the original’s cult status, expect plenty of callbacks, ridiculous golf antics, and maybe even some surprise celebrity cameos.

This is Spinal Tap 2

The legendary rock mockumentary This is Spinal Tap is getting a long-overdue sequel, with the original cast and director Rob Reiner returning. The film will see the fictional rock band reuniting after decades apart, with some of the biggest names in music—like Paul McCartney and Elton John—making hilarious cameos. Considering how influential the first film was, expect another satirical deep dive into the absurdity of the music industry.

The Future of Franchise Films

Hollywood just can’t quit nostalgia, and honestly? We’re kinda here for it. Whether it’s Tom Cruise dodging aliens (again) in Edge of Tomorrow 2, Lindsay Lohan reliving another body swap in Freakier Friday, or Shrek making his legendary return, these sequels prove that no franchise ever truly dies. Some of these movies (28 Years Later) feel long overdue, while others (Happy Gilmore 2) are total wild cards—but one thing’s for sure: we’ll all be watching just to see how they pull it off.

And let’s not forget the chaos factor. Will Face/Off 2 find a way to explain how Nic Cage’s character isn’t actually dead? Is Final Destination: Bloodlines about to make us afraid of literally everything again? Will Tron: Ares finally make Jared Leto cool? The suspense is real.

So, are you hyped for these sequels, or are you over Hollywood’s obsession with franchises? Either way, grab your popcorn—because the sequel era isn’t slowing down anytime soon.

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