“Even Christ is having sequels now?”: Jim Caviezel Will Return as Jesus Christ in Mel Gibson’s $612M Sequel Before Tom Cruise Listens to Our Prayers
- Jim Caviezel returns as Jesus in the sequel to 'The Passion of the Christ.'
- Meanwhile, fans are still eagerly waiting for a return of 'Edge of Tomorrow.'
- Not only fans, but also its stars, including Emily Blunt, want the sequel.
Who knew that after 20 years, Jim Caviezel would once again take on the role of Jesus Christ? It seems like Mel Gibson is ready to resurrect not just the story but the film industry’s belief in sequels. Yes, you read that right!
The Passion of the Christ 2, officially titled The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection, is set to begin filming in early 2025. Caviezel, known for his role in Person of Interest, will reprise his iconic role as the Son of God.
While details are still a secret, the sequel is set to have a spiritual angle. Instead of just telling the story of Jesus’ life and death again, it might look at more spiritual ideas, like what happens after life or bigger questions about faith.
Mel Gibson Revives Jesus Story with The Passion of the Christ Sequel
Filmmaker Mel Gibson has been busy bringing The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection to life. The original film, released in 2004, shook audiences worldwide. It was a powerful portrayal of Jesus’ crucifixion and stirred a lot of emotions.
With a whopping $612 million (Credits: Box Office Mojo) in box office sales, it’s clear people were moved—spiritually and financially. Now, after years of planning and multiple drafts, Gibson is ready to dive back in. According to the Italian news agency Italpress, he’s currently in Malta, scouting locations.
He’s got a production team and a lot of ambition. It’s no easy task, as the script has undergone six revisions. But Gibson and co-writer Randall Wallace, who previously earned an Oscar for Braveheart, are finally happy with it.
While Caviezel gears up for spiritual storytelling, fans are still wondering: where is the sequel to Edge of Tomorrow? This 2014 sci-fi gem left us us in suspense, eagerly anticipating what’s next.
The contrast couldn’t be clearer. One film will explore deep themes of resurrection, while the other is stuck in a time loop, hoping for revival.
Edge of Tomorrow Needs a Second Chance
Meanwhile, let’s talk about the other side of Hollywood’s sequel saga: Edge of Tomorrow. This 2014 sci-fi flick featuring Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt is still a favorite among action movie fans. With its cool take on time loops and alien invasions, it excited audiences and grossed $367 million (via The Numbers).
But where’s the sequel? Director Doug Liman told Empire Magazine that “we [he and Cruise] keep talking about it.” Blunt also admitted on Variety’s “Awards Circuit” podcast that they’ve had discussions about returning to the film’s world. She said:
Doug and I talk all the time about it. I know Tom wants to do it, hopefully, at some point.
Despite the radio silence, Warner Bros. announced back in 2019 that they were developing a sequel. Yet, fans are left in limbo. Cruise is now under a new deal with Warner Bros., which raises hopes for the sequel. The waiting game continues, and fans can’t help but wonder if they should keep up with their hopes.
The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection is set to be released on April 18, 2025. In the meantime, you can watch Edge of Tomorrow on Amazon Prime Video.
