The sequel to last year’s surprise hit The Old Guard is taking shape, as a director has been chosen for the film.
In an exclusive report from Deadline, it’s been confirmed that Victoria Mahoney has been chosen by Netflix and Skydance to direct The Old Guard 2. At the same time, stars Charlize Theron, KiKi Layne, Matthias Schoenaerts, Marwan Kenzari, Luca Marinelli, Veronica Ngo and Chiwetel Ejiofor are all returning to reprise their roles.
Mahoney is replacing director Gina Prince-Bythewood, who directed the original film but decided not to return for the sequel:
“I love The Old Guard and the story and characters I was honored to put into the world. It was exciting to disrupt the genre,” said Prince-Bythewood. “I have decided not to direct the sequel, but will stay on as a producer. I leave our franchise in good hands as my girl Vic Mahoney takes on this next chapter.”
Victoria Mahoney worked as a second unit director on Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, and has since become very in-demand:
“Genuinely blown backwards by the collective levels of talent, skill and savvy that went into carving The Old Guard,” Mahoney said. “I must’ve watched it over a hundred times, and as such, cannot communicate the true measure of my excitement–being invited on The Old Guard journey alongside ferocious badasses. Ever eager to continue pushing the genre for action-loving audiences. Warmly tipping my hat to the world Gina, Charlize, Rucka, Fernández, Skydance, Netflix, Marc Evans Productions, Denver & Delilah Films and the entire Team daringly put forward.”
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