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The Beekeeper 2 Sets January 2027 Theatrical Release as Tjahjanto Teases Wilder Villains

The sequel wrapped production with Timo Tjahjanto directing, with the filmmaker touting a more stylized roster of villains.

Overview

  • Deadline reports the film will open in theaters on January 15, 2027, over the MLK holiday weekend.
  • Production wrapped at the end of the year, with the sequel produced for Miramax and Amazon MGM.
  • Jason Statham returns as Adam Clay and produces through Punch Palace, with Jeremy Irons back and Yara Shahidi in the cast.
  • Timo Tjahjanto directs after taking over from David Ayer, with Ayer involved as a producer and Kurt Wimmer returning to write.
  • Tjahjanto says the follow-up expands the Beekeeper world with unpredictable, colorful villains evoking anime and a Punisher-like edge for Clay.