There is great news for fans of Tom Cruise’s sci-fi action flick Edge of Tomorrow! Even though it’s been a decade since the movie came out, director Doug Liman confirmed that there is still a chance we might get a sequel.
In 2014, Cruise starred in a movie as a military officer where he kept living the same day over and over again while battling aliens. At first, not many people went to see it in theaters.
Despite receiving positive reviews from critics, it only earned $100.2 million in the U.S. on a production budget of $178 million. But now, it’s become a favorite among fans and is seen as one of Cruise’s top movies.
Edge of Tomorrow Sequel Discussions are Back on Track
In an interview with Empire before his new movie The Instigators hit theaters, Doug Liman assured fans that the possibility of an Edge of Tomorrow sequel is still alive. “We keep talking about it,” he said, with “we,” referring to Tom Cruise himself. “We love that world,” the 58-year-old added.
Talks of a sequel first started in 2016, with Liman hinting during an interview with IGN about trying something new in filmmaking. However, the project remained stuck in development due to scheduling conflicts.
But the good news is that Liman recently revealed that he and the Hollywood superstar have been discussing the sequel again. He compared the situation to James Cameron‘s Terminator sequels, which also faced long delays between installments. The filmmaker said:
I don’t know how long Cameron took with his Terminators, but at the time it felt like a long time.
Interestingly, Liman and Cruise even rewatched the first movie together recently. He “was like, ‘Wow, that is a really good movie.’” Not only the director but fans also share the same sentiment about the film.
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With this positive update from Liman, it seems Emily Blunt‘s wish is becoming a reality. In an interview with Deadline, the actress previously said, “I would love to do another one. I don’t know when and I don’t know how, but I would love it. I don’t know if my back could take it.” With both lead stars expressing interest, a sequel could soon be on its way.
Doug Liman Focuses on Legacy and Not on Box Office Numbers
Doug Liman seems to be taking a long-term view with his films. He knows that films like Edge of Tomorrow and The Bourne Identity haven’t had huge opening weekends and even might not explode with huge audiences right away. However, he finds comfort in knowing that these films find new audiences over time. The NY native stated in the same interview:
I’m making movies for the long term. I’d like to get accolades now, but I also recognise that, if I was given the choice, I’ll choose making films that people 50 years from now are still watching.
Looks like the Edge of Tomorrow sequel might actually happen. Hoping that fans won’t have to keep waiting endlessly for it!
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Frequently asked questions
Is a sequel to Edge of Tomorrow actually happening?
Nothing is officially confirmed, but director Doug Liman said discussions with Tom Cruise about a sequel are ongoing and that both of them still love the world of the film. Liman compared the long gap to James Cameron’s Terminator sequels, noting these things can take time. He and Cruise have reportedly rewatched the original together and came away impressed with how well it holds up.
How did Edge of Tomorrow perform at the box office originally?
Despite positive reviews from critics, Edge of Tomorrow underperformed on its initial 2014 release, earning $100.2 million domestically against a $178 million production budget. It has since developed a strong following on home video and streaming, with fans and cast members like Emily Blunt now considering it one of Tom Cruise’s most underrated science-fiction performances.
What has Emily Blunt said about returning for a sequel?
In an interview with Deadline, Blunt said she would love to do another Edge of Tomorrow film, joking that she wasn’t sure her back could handle the physically demanding role again. Her comments, paired with Liman’s confirmation that talks with Cruise are ongoing, have fueled renewed hope among fans that a sequel to the cult favorite could eventually move forward.
