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Paul Feig Weighs 'Spy 2': Idea in Hand, No Decision Yet

He questions returning to the material, citing a preference for new projects.

Overview

  • Feig told SlashFilm he "definitely has an idea" for a sequel to his 2015 action-comedy but remains undecided about moving forward.
  • He said he is enjoying pursuing new work and warned against revisiting a hit without a compelling reason, noting audience fatigue with weak sequels.
  • There is no greenlight or confirmed cast, and Feig has previously indicated Jason Statham’s participation would be pivotal.
  • The original Spy opened at No. 1, earned about $235 million worldwide, and holds a 94% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes.
  • Though historically reluctant to make sequels, Feig recently returned to A Simple Favor with a follow-up, and Melissa McCarthy has said she would reprise her role.