Will Sicario 3 Ever Happen?
The gritty and intense thriller "Sicario" (2015) left audiences on the edge of their seats, and its sequel "Sicario: Day of the Soldado" (2018) maintained the same level of suspense and action. But as we wait with bated breath for the next installment in the series, the question on everyone’s mind is: will there be a Sicario 3?
The Story So Far
For those who may not be familiar with the series, "Sicario" follows FBI agent Kate Macer (Emily Blunt) as she’s recruited by a mysterious government agent, Matt Graver (Josh Brolin), to take down a powerful Mexican drug cartel. The film’s success can be attributed to its thought-provoking exploration of the war on drugs, as well as its tense and well-crafted action sequences.
The sequel, "Sicario: Day of the Soldado", picks up where the first film left off, with Graver and his team facing off against a new threat: a terrorist organization that’s infiltrated the cartel. The film received mixed reviews from critics, but still managed to gross over $75 million worldwide.
The Future of the Franchise
So, will we see a Sicario 3? In an interview with Variety, director Denis Villeneuve (who helmed the first film) expressed his enthusiasm for returning to the series, stating, "I think there’s still a lot to explore in that world… I think we could do another one."
However, Villeneuve also emphasized the importance of finding a compelling story to tell, saying, "If we can come up with a story that’s worthy of the characters and the world we created, then I think we should do it."
Casting and Plot Rumors
Rumors are already circulating about the potential plot and casting for a potential Sicario 3. According to reports, the film may focus on the aftermath of the events of the second installment, with Graver and Macer facing off against a new threat in the form of a rogue CIA agent.
As for casting, there’s been no official word on whether Emily Blunt will return as Kate Macer, but Josh Brolin has expressed interest in reprising his role as Matt Graver. Other potential cast members include Benicio del Toro, who played the villainous Alejandro Gillick in the first film, and newcomer Ana de Armas, who made a memorable debut in "Sicario: Day of the Soldado".
Conclusion
While there’s no official word on a Sicario 3, the franchise’s creators have left the door open for a potential third installment. With its thought-provoking themes and intense action sequences, the series has built a loyal fan base, and a new film could potentially capitalize on that momentum.
As we wait for more news on the future of the franchise, fans of the series can only hope that a Sicario 3 will eventually come to fruition. With the right story and cast, it could be a thrilling conclusion to the trilogy.