Understanding the Complex Reboot Trilogy Plans for Matthew Vaughn's Latest Kick-Ass Movie

Matthew Vaughn is currently working on a new Kick-Ass movie. However, this announcement, along with a previous update, has made his plans for a Kick-Ass reboot trilogy even more confusing.

The rise of the superhero genre paved the way for darker and more violent characters to make their mark on the big screen. One such character is Kick-Ass, created by Mark Millar and John Romita Jr. Kick-Ass follows the story of a young vigilante who, after teaming up with fellow vigilante Hit-Girl, embarks on violent missions to combat crime in the city.

Kick-Ass made his debut on the big screen in 2010, with Matthew Vaughn directing, Aaron Taylor-Johnson portraying Dave Lizewski/Kick-Ass, and Chloë Grace Moretz as Mindy Macready/Hit-Girl. The film was known for its graphic and violent nature, standing out among other superhero movies of the time. Despite some controversy, Kick-Ass was both a critical and commercial success, leading to a sequel. However, Kick-Ass 2 did not perform as well, ultimately bringing the franchise to a halt. Now, the world of Kick-Ass is being rebooted with a new trilogy, adding to the confusion surrounding the franchise.

The Stuntman Might Be The Second Movie In Kick-Ass’ Reboot Trilogy

Kick-Ass and Hit-Girl in the first movie and Jim Carrey in Kick-Ass 2 - The Stuntman Might Be The Second Movie In Kick-Ass’ Reboot Trilogy

Vaughn surprised everyone in January 2024 by announcing his plans for a new Kick-Ass trilogy. He shared that the first movie, School Fight, had already been filmed and was directed by Damien Walters. School Fight follows the story of a teenager who gets into a fight with a love rival at school. However, not much else is known about the movie yet, including its release date.

Recently, Vaughn provided an update on his latest project, The Stuntman, which has begun production. The Stuntman is also part of the new Kick-Ass trilogy and is directed by Damien Walters. The movie revolves around two brothers who become stuntmen, adding to the mystery of how it ties into the Kick-Ass universe. It is unclear how The Stuntman fits into the Kick-Ass reboot trilogy, especially as Vram was said to be in production earlier. It is possible that The Stuntman is the same project previously known as Vram. The final installment of the trilogy will be titled Kick-Ass, causing confusion among fans.

Before becoming a director, Damien Walters was a stunt performer.

How The Stuntman Can Connect To Kick-Ass

Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Dave in Kick-Ass - How The Stuntman Can Connect To Kick-Ass

At a panel during New York Comic Con in October 2023, Matthew Vaughn shared that the upcoming Kick-Ass reboot trilogy will introduce new characters instead of the ones from the previous movies. However, he hinted at the possibility of bringing back familiar faces after the reboot. This leaves fans wondering who will step into the shoes of Kick-Ass and Hit-Girl in the reboot. Vaughn's plans also suggest that there may be different timelines or a diverse range of characters within the same universe embarking on action-packed missions.

Kick-Ass 2 introduced new villains and heroes who joined Chris and Kick-Ass’ teams. School Fight and The Stuntman could potentially introduce characters that will join Kick-Ass in the third movie. The advantage of reboot movies is the time available to develop these characters properly before sharing the screen with Kick-Ass. Another possibility is that the new Kick-Ass will be introduced in the first two movies for trilogy cohesion, but won’t be the main focus until the final movie.

The skills and abilities acquired by the brothers in The Stuntman will be useful when teaming up with others or fighting crime. It remains to be seen what challenges and enemies they will face in their first big-screen adventure.

Editor's P/S:

The announcement of Matthew Vaughn's plans for a Kick-Ass reboot trilogy has stirred up a mix of excitement and confusion among fans. While the prospect of a new installment in the beloved franchise is thrilling, the lack of clarity surrounding the reboot's connection to the original films leaves many questions unanswered.

Vaughn's statement that the reboot will introduce new characters instead of the ones from the previous movies has raised concerns about the fate of iconic characters like Kick-Ass and Hit-Girl. However, his hint at the possibility of bringing back familiar faces after the reboot provides a glimmer of hope for those who want to see the original cast return. The introduction of new characters in the prequel movies, School Fight and The Stuntman, could potentially lead to a diverse cast of heroes and villains in the final installment of the trilogy. While the details remain shrouded in mystery, the promise of an action-packed adventure with new and familiar characters is sure to keep fans eagerly anticipating the release of the Kick-Ass reboot trilogy.