Cliffhanger 2 Production Date Window Set, Plot Details Revealed
Exciting news has emerged from the world of action-packed blockbusters as Columbia Pictures and TriStar Productions have finally set a production date window for the much-anticipated sequel to 1993’s iconic adrenaline rush film, Cliffhanger.
The original Cliffs Notes-style action extravaganza, starring Sylvester Stallone, made a splash with its innovative blend of rock climbing stunts and high-stakes heists. After three decades of anticipation, Cliffhanger 2 is now expected to drop cameras in 2024 for a slated release in early 2025.
What’s in store for us this time around? Screenwriter Jesse Stern, also behind hit shows like NCIS and SEAL Team, is at the helm, scripting a storyline that promises to outdo the original in terms of thrills, spills, and breathtaking mountaineering sequences.
"In Cliffhanger 2, our hero Gabe Walker, played by Sly Stallone, finds himself facing an even greater test of wills," shared Stern. "With global climate change wreaking havoc on our planet, he’s thrust into a game of survival where he must navigate treacherous environmental catastrophes and cutthroat corporations vying for control."
The sequel centers around Gabe, still reeling from his intense battle against the treacherous thieves in the 1993 original, only to be drawn into another perilous adventure. With the global climate in catastrophic disarray, Walker, now in his 50s, must once more put his life on the line to protect the people and environment he cares about.
While details are limited, reports suggest that Gabe’s new adversary, a cunning eco-terrorist played by a sought-after up-and-coming actress, seeks to capitalize on the environmental chaos by targeting key locations around the globe. Her plan? Wreak havoc on vulnerable sites, extracting valuable resources in the name of saving the planet. Gabe knows he’s the only one who can stop her before it’s too late, and in doing so, must face his own aging demons head-on.
Sources close to the production team have revealed that filming for Cliffhanger 2 will primarily take place on location in the majestic settings of Alaska, Canada, and Argentina, offering jaw-dropping vistas that’ll rival those seen in the original film.
Fans have been eager for an update on Cliffhanger’s return since the news was first hinted at back in 2020. Columbia Pictures’ decision to go ahead with the sequel was reportedly bolstered by fan engagement, with millions clamoring for a continuation of the adrenaline-fueled saga that left an indelible mark on popular culture.
With the creative team well underway in the scripting and pre-production phase, 2024 looks set to be a remarkable year for action cinema lovers. Be prepared to test your climbing skills and sense of adventure as Cliffhanger 2 begins climbing its way to the silver screen!
Stay tuned for more updates on this upcoming blockbuster.