It’s official! The critically acclaimed 2007 movie I Am Legend is getting a sequel. Will Smith will reprise his role as the lead character. The original movie follows a virus that transforms people into zombie-like creatures who hunt at night. The virus spreads quickly throughout New York City, leaving Will Smith’s character as the sole survivor. Here’s everything we know so far about I Am Legend 2.
Release Date
I Am Legend 2 was announced in March 2022. Will Smith will return as Dr. Robert Neville and will be joined by Michael B. Jordan in an undisclosed role. While there is no official release date yet, the movie could be released by late 2024 or mid-2025, given its development timeline.
Cast
As of now, the only confirmed cast members are:
- Will Smith as Dr. Robert Neville
- Michael B. Jordan in an undisclosed role
Initially, Will Smith was hesitant about participating in the sequel. He mentioned in an interview with BBC Radio 1 that he wasn’t involved and didn’t want to be known for sequels. However, by March 2022, he changed his mind after hearing a compelling concept that included Michael B. Jordan.
Trailer
There is currently no official trailer for I Am Legend 2. We’ll update this section as soon as it becomes available.
Plot
The full plot details for I Am Legend 2 are still under wraps. However, Akiva Goldsman, the screenwriter, mentioned that the sequel draws inspiration from the 2023 series The Last of Us. The movie will take place a couple of decades after the events of the original I Am Legend. Goldsman is intrigued by how the earth reclaims itself post-apocalypse, especially in New York.
Alternate Ending
I Am Legend 2 will follow the alternate ending of the original movie and stick closer to Richard Matheson’s novel. Goldsman confirmed that the sequel would explore the idea that humanity’s time as the dominant species has ended, staying more faithful to the original text than the first movie.
Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting sequel!
