UPDATE: When plans for the sequel didn’t work out, Fox went ahead with rebooting the franchise — because that’s what all the cool kids are doing right now. The new film will be called Agent 47, and Paul Walker (Fast & The Furious) replaces Timothy Olyphant as everyone’s favorite bald assassin.
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The long overdue sequel to the 2007 adaptation of the beloved video game franchise is still in pre-production. Fans will need a little bit of luck to see this movie get produced.
Hitman 2
The often overlooked video game adaptation released in 2007 wasn’t a perfect movie. But it was way better than travesties like Max Payne, and Lara Croft. Starring Timothy Olyphant as the titular bald-headed assassin, it told a decent, albeit contrived, story about the genetically manipulated killer with a heart of gold(kind of). But like most video game adaptations, it was poorly received, having only 14% score on Rotten Tomatoes, with the consensus being:
Hitman features the unfortunate combination of excessive violence, incoherent plot, and inane dialogue.
With a budget of an estimated $25 million, the movie grossed approximately $100 million worldwide. One would think the studio would be enthusiastic for a sequel given a decent profit from the original, but they haven’t been able to sort out the movie yet.
At one point Spanish director Daniel Benmayor was attached to the movie. He made a name for himself directing commercials for brands like Mercedes, Samsung, and Playstation. He made his feature debut with Paintball(2009), and followed it up with Bruc, the Manhunt(2010).
The script originally was penned by Kyle Ward, and it was once reported that the story is based on the game Hitman 5, which is set to release this year. Daniel Casey, a television actor, was then reported to have been hired for completely rewriting the script.
Trailer
None yet, obviously. Watch the trailer of the upcoming video game instead.
Release Date
We’re not even sure if this movie will ever get made. It is currently in development hell and there hasn’t been news about it for a very long time.
Pictures
None yet.
Who’s In It?
David Hess, before he died in October 2011, was slated for an unknown role. For now, we aren’t even certain if Timothy Olyphant will return. Fox holds an option on him, which means they could force him to return, although I’m not sure if the studio would prefer that.
The Good Stuff?
The Hitman series is one of my favorite video game franchises, and the premise and the universe of the game has a lot of cinematic potential that was underutilized in the first one. If they get a director who is a fan of the games, and has a good knowledge of the genre, this could become an entertaining film.
The Bad Stuff?
Hollywood doesn’t have much respect for video games and deals with their adaptations with callousness and a cynical approach. The potential audience for such movies is more than just X Box Live users, something Hollywood fails to realize. Now that the movie has been in pre-production for such a long time, and the studio is unwilling to spend money on recognized talent, I doubt the movie would be any better in quality compared to its predecessor.
So, I only got around to watching the first film last night, and have yet to play the game through to the end. However, it really wasn’t that bad (the movie that is). With such a small budget, it actually did a pretty good job. Perhaps with more cash, could have come more talent.
Unfortunately, Hitman 2 is likely to be less than acceptable. While reading an interview with Matt Goss (Former Bross drummer) he confirms he will be playing agent 47 in the upcoming movie, currently in production in the north of England. With an unknown director and budget less than the original, not to mention Mr Goss’ trademark hammy acting, I won’t be too disappointed if I wait a further 5 years before watching this One.
Thanks for the feedback.
this films on the go.. just got a text about being in the production
i thought the first film IS worthy of a second,okay its alittle stretched as far as budged,plot and a list actors but it is what it is.
I agree with both Spencer and Dru. No one else seems to “get it”. That’s THEIR loss.
Ever since the first release of this game series, I’ve been a huge fan. The first game started so great… Waking up in a chair, putting on the suit, learning about the variuos weapons and following this creepy voice through the training. And as you play through the game you learn the story behind it all, and you just get sucked into the world of this assassin, Agent 47…
I saw this movie again just a few hours ago, and I still think its a great move. But as a movie and game collector, I still miss something in this movie. It could be done better and more like the first game, or any of the games for that matter… So why do they even try to make a movie adaption of a game if they’re not going to follow the game story at all? 47 never escaped from anywhere as a child! And stuff like this makes me kind of disapointed… Im not sure if Im mad at the movie company for screwing up, or if Im mad at Eidos for letting it happend. Artistic twists and such HAS a border! You don’t give 47 curly hair in the movie just because you “think” it will look better, do you? NO! You stick with the original consept or walk away!
So, that being said, I look forward to a sequel of Hitman. But please, don’t ruin the consept! Yes, I know! There are copyrights to consider. But still… If you can’t make it right, don’t do it at all!
Please make a sequel. I just loved the first one and Timothy olyphant was a great choice to play the part of agent 47.
Loved the first movie and would love to see a sequel. But would not be the same without Timothy Olyphant.
JASON STATHAM SHOULD PLAY HITMAN!!!
He is PERFECT for this role.
wel i realy think yall shod get the secon movie out man the firs movie was good is gona suck if yall dnt get out the second movie of hitman
o and keep the same person is nt gona b the same if yal chage the person man for real this is gona suck real bad kep Timothy Olyphant. man he did the first one he has tob in the second movie for real man pls make the other movie i know is gona b a good ass movie man wel ps out
After buying the second game for my partner as a early Christmas present.. I am hooked.. I didn’t even realise there was a film until I searched it.. Went out a brought the film I thought it was ok.. I am a huge movie person have seen a lot of films.. I just love the story line.. Never played the first hitman game.. So not sure how the film is in relation to the game.. But please make hitman 2 as I will be certain to buy it.. X
I agree a sequel or even a series of the Hitman movies with Timothy Olyphant would be great,I like it when watching movie sequels to have the same main actors and actresses in them. It makes me feel like I am wathcing a true sequel. If for some reason Timothy Olyphant could or would not play AGENT 47, Jason Stratham would be my first next choice to do the role as the HITMAN . In any case the sequel should be made!
IESB has confirmed that 20th Century Fox has hired writer Kyle Ward to pen the script for the sequel to Hitman.[23] Adrian Askarieh, Daniel Alter and Chuck Gordon will return as producers. American actor David Hess, who died in October 2011, had been reported to have an as-yet-unnamed role. Daniel Benmayor has signed to direct the sequel. Timothy Olyphant stated on the Nerdist podcast that he had no interest in returning for a sequel and only did the original film in order to pay for his new house following the sudden cancellation of Deadwood.
Cant wait
I love this movie iam wacthing it now. And they need to make a part two and don,t change hitman stick with the same hitman. Cause he played the hell out of agent 47. I can,t wait to part two. So please hurry up and make part two!!! Amd like I said dont change hit man cause it will mess up the movie!!!!!!!!!
Can.t wait:)
Deff need hitman 2 made asap and timothy olyphant needs to be in it deff wpuld ruin the movie if he’s not going to play the roll of 47 again