Overview

• Aaron Sorkin is writing and directing the sequel for Sony Pictures, shifting the focus from Facebook’s founding to the platform’s modern controversies.
• Jeremy Strong is reportedly the leading candidate to portray Mark Zuckerberg, although no formal offer has been made.
• Mikey Madison and Jeremy Allen White are in talks for roles inspired by whistleblower Frances Haugen and journalist Jeff Horowitz.
• Todd Black, Peter Rice and Stuart Besser are producing alongside Sorkin as the project remains in early development without studio approval.
• Jesse Eisenberg has declined to reprise his role and his potential involvement in the follow-up remains unresolved.