Will Smith has hinted that a long-awaited sequel to his 2008 superhero movie Hancock is in development. During a surprise appearance on xQc’s Twitch livestream, the Oscar-winning actor teased a fresh concept for Hancock 2 and revealed that Zendaya is being approached for a role.
“There’s a really cool Hancock 2 idea,” Smith said. “We haven’t even talked about it, but I’m going to give you one little piece. Zendaya [is] being approached for a role in Hancock 2.”
Released in 2008, Hancock starred Smith as a troubled and reckless superhero suffering from amnesia, with Charlize Theron and Jason Bateman in supporting roles. The film was directed by Peter Berg and written by Vince Gilligan and Vy Vincent Ngo. It grossed over $629 million worldwide, making a sequel a topic of discussion for years.
Since its release, talks of a follow-up have surfaced multiple times. In 2009, Berg confirmed that both Smith and Theron were set to return. A few years later, the director cited scheduling conflicts as the primary reason the sequel had yet to materialize. In 2020, Theron expressed her willingness to reprise her role if the project ever moved forward.
The recent revelation from Smith has reignited excitement among fans who have been waiting over a decade for Hancock 2. With Zendaya’s potential involvement and a fresh storyline, the sequel could bring a new dynamic to the franchise.
Sony Pictures has yet to confirm an official release date or additional casting details, but Smith’s remarks suggest that Hancock 2 may finally be on its way.
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