The Hollywood Reporter said the "World War Z" sequel is back with Brad Pitt returning and Edward Berger directing. Variety reported that Pitt will star in the Paramount sequel and that Berger signed on to direct a script by Dennis Kelly, while Deadline noted that Paramount has closed a deal with Pitt and tapped Berger to direct. Plot details remain undisclosed.
Why it matters
Brad Pitt fans learn he is reprising his role in a major franchise sequel.
Key facts
- The sequel to Paramount's "World War Z" is back in development with Brad Pitt returning to star (The Hollywood Reporter, Variety).
- Edward Berger is set to direct the "World War Z" sequel (The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, Deadline).
- The project has been in development on and off since 2013 (The Hollywood Reporter).
- The script for the sequel is written by Dennis Kelly (Variety).
- Paramount has closed a deal with Brad Pitt to return for the sequel (Deadline).
Evidence
Official source, or corroborated across several outlets.
- ‘World War Z’ Sequel Back on With Brad Pitt Returning, Edward Berger Directinghollywoodreporter.comprimary(opens in a new tab)
- Brad Pitt Returning for ‘World War Z’ Sequel at Paramount With Edward Berger to Directvariety.com(opens in a new tab)
- Brad Pitt Reunites With His ‘Riders’ Director Edward Berger On Paramount’s ‘World War Z’ Sequeldeadline.com(opens in a new tab)
- ‘World War Z’ Sequel: Brad Pitt Locked to Return With Director Edward Bergerthewrap.com(opens in a new tab)
- Brad Pitt Reunites With ‘The Riders’ Director Edward Berger For ‘World War Z 2’theplaylist.net(opens in a new tab)
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