Despite rumors of turmoil surrounding the production of the superhero sequel Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, director James Wan expresses his enthusiasm for a potential sequel if the conditions are favorable.
Given the unprecedented success of the first Aquaman film, which surpassed $1 billion in global box office earnings, it comes as no shock that Warner Bros. wasted no time in approving a follow-up installment.
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom marked James Wan's return to the director's chair. However, various challenges like the global shutdown, extensive reshoots, and a change in leadership at WB resulted in multiple delays for the sequel. Despite these setbacks, Wan expresses his enthusiasm to bring Aquaman 3 to life.
Aquaman 3: Director James Wan “open to doing” sequel
Wan expressed his openness to taking on another Aquaman movie, emphasizing the importance of having the same creative liberty he enjoyed in the first two films. However, he acknowledged uncertainty regarding the direction that Gunn and Safran, the current creative team, would take. Wan has learned not to dismiss the possibility, understanding that circumstances can change in the future.
It is a fact that Wan stepped down from directing the Insidious and Conjuring franchises after two films, allowing other directors to take the helm. Therefore, if he were to direct a third Aquaman movie, it would be an unprecedented move for the Australian filmmaker.
Regarding the alleged troubles on the set of Aquaman 2, Wan reassures that they have been greatly exaggerated. He explains that the film's reshoots only amounted to seven or eight days, which is relatively insignificant for a production of this magnitude. The reason for the extended timeline was the challenge of coordinating the availability of the actors after the initial shoot had concluded.
“I’m not the type of individual who insists on the film turning out precisely as I envisioned it from the very beginning. Your artwork will always lack authenticity if you are trapped in that mindset.”
What is Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom about?
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom's official synopsis reveals that Black Manta, determined to avenge his father's demise, remains relentless in his pursuit to defeat Aquaman. This time, he is armed with unprecedented might as he possesses the mythical Black Trident, a weapon capable of summoning an ancient and malevolent power.
Aquaman seeks to defeat his adversary by enlisting the help of his incarcerated brother, Orm, who was once the ruler of Atlantis. Despite their past conflicts, they must join forces to safeguard their realm, rescue Aquaman's loved ones, and prevent catastrophic ruin to both their world and humanity. Mark your calendars for the release of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom on December 20, 2023. For additional information about Arthur Curry and his extraordinary underwater escapades, visit here.
