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Michael Caine in Talks to Join Fast-Tracked ‘Last Witch Hunter’ Sequel With Vin Diesel

Lionsgate is accelerating development following a surge in streaming viewership.

Overview

  • Caine, 92, is in conversations to return for the sequel, according to Variety, with his involvement not yet finalized and dependent on his health and negotiations.
  • Vin Diesel is expected to reprise his lead role as the project advances under Lionsgate in partnership with his One Race Films banner.
  • If the deal closes, Caine would return as Dolan, marking his first film role since announcing his retirement in 2023.
  • Lionsgate film chief Adam Fogelson cites sustained popularity on streaming platforms, including Netflix, as the driver for continuing the franchise.
  • The 2015 original underperformed in North America with $27 million but earned $119 million internationally and later built a sizable audience on digital and streaming.