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Josh Brolin Says 'Sicario 3' "Is Happening"
Josh Brolin has confirmed that 'Sicario 3' is in development, with production expected to start soon. The third film in the franchise will see Brolin return as Matt Graver, with Benicio del Toro likely reprising his role. However, no director is officially attached yet, and the script was delayed by Hollywood strikes.
Josh Brolin has confirmed that a third installment of the Sicario franchise is moving forward, with production expected to begin soon. In an exclusive interview with ScreenRant, while promoting his upcoming film "The Dog Stars," Brolin said the threequel "is happening" and that cameras could start rolling in the near future.
The news brings long-awaited confirmation for a series that began in 2015 with director Denis Villeneuve's original film, which was a box office hit. The sequel, "Sicario: Day of the Soldado," was released in 2018, directed by Stefano Sollima. Brolin starred alongside Emily Blunt and Benicio del Toro in the first film, and returned for the second installment, which also featured Isabela Merced.
The Sicario films are gritty crime action-thrillers set on the brutal, lawless US-Mexico border, featuring federal agents, CIA operatives, and covert fixers who operate in a morally ambiguous world where standard laws do not apply. The first film centered on FBI agent Kate, played by Emily Blunt, who is recruited by a government task force led by the mysterious Alejandro, played by Benicio del Toro. The franchise has surpassed $160 million globally.
While Brolin's confirmation is a significant step forward, there are still key questions about the project's production. It is currently in pre-production, with no exact filming date announced. The project is being developed under the working title "Sicario: Capos." According to reports, production is expected to commence "soon."
The script work was delayed by Hollywood strikes, but producers have since developed what they describe as a "fantastic" story idea.
Brolin is expected to return as Matt Graver, and Benicio del Toro is strongly expected to reprise his role as Alejandro Gillick, a character that producers have previously indicated is essential to continuing the franchise. Fans are also hoping to see Emily Blunt return as Kate Macer, but her involvement has not been officially confirmed.
Taylor Sheridan, who created the original "Sicario" story, remains involved in developing the third film. However, there is still no director officially attached to the project. Denis Villeneuve will not return to direct due to his other commitments, and Stefano Sollima is also not returning, as he is currently working on the second season of "The Monster of Florence." Producers have previously discussed Christopher McQuarrie as a possible replacement, but nothing is official yet.
For now, Brolin's announcement has renewed hope that the series will finally resume after a long wait. As production is expected to begin soon, anticipation continues to build.
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Deadline
Framing: Headline emphasizes Brolin's direct quote 'Is Happening', focusing on the confirmation without production details. — excited, anticipatory. Phrases like 'After nearly a decade' and 'still waging his war' convey a sense of ongoing battle and long wait.
Facts Included:
Josh Brolin says 'Sicario 3' 'is happening'
Matt Graver is a CIA officer
Franchise is Taylor Sheridan's Sicario cinematic universe
Brolin starred as Matt Graver in Sicario (2015) and Sicario: Day of the Soldado (2018)
Production expected to commence 'soon'
Brolin is an Oscar nominee
In Sicario, directed by Denis Villeneuve, Brolin recruits FBI agent Kate (Emily Blunt) to a task force led by Alejandro (Benicio Del Toro)
Sequel directed by Stefano Sollima featured Isabela Merced in Blunt's absence
Franchise has surpassed $160M globally
Sheridan has been working on Yellowstone franchise, including spin-offs and standalone shows
Framing: Headline emphasizes Josh Brolin's confirmation of Sicario 3, without details on production status or director changes. — neutral, descriptive. No strong emotional language.
Facts Included:
Josh Brolin confirmed Sicario 3
Brolin played Matt Graver in Sicario and Sicario: Day of the Soldado
First film directed by Denis Villeneuve, released in 2015, was a box office hit
Second installment released in 2018, directed by Stefano Sollima
Production expected to start 'soon' according to Deadline
Films are gritty crime action-thrillers about the drug war at the US-Mexico border
Films feature federal agents, CIA operatives, and covert fixers in a morally ambiguous world
Josh will next feature in The Dog Stars, directed by Ridley Scott, starring Jacob Elordi and others
The Dog Stars revolves around Hig, a pilot, and Bangley, a military survivalist, in an abandoned airport hangar after a killer flu destroys most of Earth
Framing: Headline emphasizes the film moving forward and the unlikelihood of previous directors returning, which is a unique angle compared to other sources. — hopeful, informative. Phrases like 'bringing new hope to fans' and 'long-awaited' convey a positive outlook.
Facts Included:
'Sicario 3' is officially happening
Josh Brolin plays FBI agent Matt Graver (note: inconsistency with other sources)
Brolin confirmed during an exclusive interview with Screen Rant
Interview was while promoting Ridley Scott's 'The Dog Stars'
Film is in pre-production
Script delayed by Hollywood strikes, but producers have a 'fantastic' story idea
Working title 'Sicario: Capos'
No exact filming date announced
Brolin expected to return as Matt Graver
Benicio del Toro strongly expected to return as Alejandro Gillick
Producers indicated Alejandro is essential
Emily Blunt's involvement not confirmed
Taylor Sheridan remains involved
Denis Villeneuve will not return due to other projects
Stefano Sollima not returning, working on 'The Monster of Florence' season 2
Christopher McQuarrie discussed as possible replacement, but not official
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ClaimJosh Brolin confirmed that Sicario 3 is happening.
ClaimThe Sicario films feature federal agents, CIA operatives, and covert fixers who operate in a morally ambiguous world where standard laws do not apply.
ClaimThe Dog Stars revolves around Hig, a pilot, and Bangley, a military survivalist, living in an abandoned airport hangar after a killer flu destroys most of Earth.
ClaimIn Sicario, Matt Graver recruits FBI agent Kate (Emily Blunt) to a government task force led by Alejandro (Benicio Del Toro) hunting Mexican cartel bosses.
ClaimSince the last Sicario film, Taylor Sheridan has worked on his Yellowstone franchise, including spin-offs Dutton Ranch and Marshals, and standalone shows Landman, The Madison, Lioness, Tulsa King and Mayor of Kingstown.