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Fans who follow Vin Diesel's Instagram account would have noticed his almost weekly teasers about a sequel to "The Last Witch Hunter" being in development. In fact, Diesel himself confirmed a second installment was in the works five years ago. Today, Deadline exclusively reported that Michael Caine, who had previously announced his retirement, is now confirmed to return for the film.
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Caine has made multiple retirement announcements in recent years, most recently in 2023, when he emphatically stated he was serious about stepping away from acting to focus on writing. Now, he's apparently going back on his word. However, Caine's decision to break retirement for "The Last Witch Hunter" is understandable; he shares a very close personal friendship with Diesel, even referring to him as a "son". He has also mentioned that his grandchildren are big fans of "The Last Witch Hunter," making his return for Diesel unsurprising.
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"The Last Witch Hunter" was not a major box office success upon its initial release. Produced on a $90 million budget, it grossed only $146 million worldwide. However, its strong performance on streaming and VOD platforms is likely the key factor driving the sequel. Adam Fogelson, Chairman of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, emphasized in a statement today that "The Last Witch Hunter" has amassed a significant fanbase across various platforms over the years, with high rewatch rates.
via： Deadline