Fans Unsure About ‘Jason Bourne’ Revival Amid Rumors of Matt Damon Returning to Star
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: A new Jason Bourne movie is reportedly in the early stages of development, according to a Deadline article published on Monday, November 20th.
The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed that Universal Pictures is allegedly taking a new approach to the action franchise, with Edward Berger, director of Oscar-winning All Quiet on the Western Front, serving as creative helmer. However, the film does not yet have a script.
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While casting has yet to be finalized, it’s possible that Matt Damon, who rose to fame as the title character in the franchise’s films in the early 2000s, could be tempted to star in the film. upcoming project.
Who will direct the new Bourne movie?
Edward Berger is reportedly set to direct Universal Pictures’ upcoming installment of the Bourne franchise.
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Earlier this year, the screenplay for All Quiet on the Western Front earned Berger an Oscar nomination, and the film won four awards, including Best International Feature Film at the 95th Academy Awards.
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The release of the World War I epic on Netflix introduced Berger to a wider audience that may not have been familiar with his previous German-language films such as Jack (2014) and All My Love (2019), both of which premiered at the Berlin Film Festival.
Focus Features recently acquired US rights to the director’s latest thriller, Conclave, starring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and John Lithgow.
Following the success of All Quiet on the Western Front, Berger was in high demand, with many excited about his potential involvement in the future of the Bourne franchise.
How many Bourne films are there?
The Bourne franchise consists of five action-thriller films based on the character Jason Bourne, created by the late writer Robert Ludlum in his 1980 novel The Bourne Identity.
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Namely: “The Bourne Identity” (2002), “The Bourne Supremacy” (2004), “The Bourne Ultimatum” (2007), “The Bourne Legacy” (2012), “Jason Bourne” (2016). The franchise also spawned a TV show, Treadstone, in 2019.
Moreover, the first film adaptation of “Bourne” was released in 1988, when the American Broadcasting Company (ABC) was involved in production and distribution.
The television miniseries, titled The Bourne Identity, was written by Carol Sobieski and directed by Roger Young for Warner Bros Television. Starring Richard Chamberlain and Jacqueline Smith.
How many actors have played Jason Bourne in the Bourne franchise?
At the moment, three actors have been spotted playing the role of Jason Bourne. Matt Damon took on the lead role in the original trilogy, released between 2002 and 2007, and reprized the role in the 2016 film Jason Bourne.
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The film adaptations are based on the novels by Robert Ludlum and center around a government operative who loses his memory and is hunted by his own country.
Jeremy Renner played Bourne in the 2012 spin-off film The Bourne Legacy, and actor Richard Chamberlain first played the character in the 1988 television miniseries The Bourne Identity.
During an appearance on The Dan Patrick Show in March, when asked if he would consider reprising his role in the highly successful franchise, Matt Damon replied: “Yeah, I could definitely see if we could do it if we come up with it.” good script.” history, you know, I would definitely do it.”
He added: “I love this character. I really enjoyed it and I love the story. So if there was a way to do it, I’m not against it.”
Fans are divided over the revival of the Bourne franchise
Soon after news of a new Jason Bourne movie breaking, fans flocked to share their thoughts on the film. While some wanted Matt Damon to lead again, others felt a revival was unnecessary.
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— Deadline Hollywood (@DEADLINE) November 20, 2023
User One X (formerly Twitter) wrote: “No Damon/Greengrass collaboration…no new Bourne movie!”
Another noted: “I really hope they can bring Matt back because I love the Bourne movies and it wouldn’t work without him #JasonBourne.”
“NOOOOO!!! ENTERTAINMENT Fa. Also… it has to be Matt. Must. #JasonBourne,” someone said, excited about the announcement.
Someone remarked: “LET’S GOOOOO!!! While I’m disappointed that Paul Greengrass won’t be returning to direct, I really hope it all works out!”
“The only way I’ll watch is if Matt Damon is on,” the person said.
No Damon and Greengrass collaboration…no new Bourne movie! pic.twitter.com/VhvkfcGUPA
— Rob Porter (@kingrob32) November 20, 2023
I really hope they can bring Matt back because I love the Bourne movies and nothing would work without him 🤞🤞🤞 #JasonBourne https://t.co/tKQdSQi3VC
— David (@DavidLFC_Vought) November 21, 2023
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! ENTERTAINMENT Fa. Also… it has to be Matt. Must. 👏👏👏 #JasonBourne https://t.co/COMe8i7Hmp pic.twitter.com/PlBwa9w8ow
— Janette Stevens (@janettemsu) November 20, 2023
I only watch if Matt Damon is on!!!! #JasonBourne https://t.co/oHJIxoxSGj
– I AM THIS GIRL… (@briSTYLElistic) November 20, 2023
On Reddit, a person wrote: “The Bourne Ultimatum was a great ending, why are we still chasing this dragon?”
“The first three parts were great fun, but the last two are forgettable. If they make a new Bourne movie, make a faithful adaptation of the first novel,” another commented.
“Make. New. Movie. God, where the hell can the Bourne franchise go at this point?” – said someone who was clearly unhappy with the announcement of another Jason Bourne film.
A fan opined: “Good choice of director, but it’s a little late for the new Bourne. Although I love movies. But I don’t quite see where they could go with this.”
The man asked: “Are there any new ideas left?” with one saying: “so unnecessary.”
“How much do I not want this? Please is the first to redefine the modern action film. The next two films are excellent in their own right. “Legacies was okay, but the 2016 reboot really didn’t capture the spirit of the first three,” another expressed.
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