Ryan Gosling as the Gray Man.Photo: Netflix
The Gray Manuniverse is expanding.
“The audience reaction toThe Gray Manhas been nothing short of phenomenal,” the Russo brothers said in a press release. “We are so appreciative of the enthusiasm that fans across the world have had for this film.”
They added, “With so many amazingcharacters in the movie, we had always intended for the Gray Man to be part of an expanded universe, and we are thrilled that Netflix is announcing a sequel with Ryan, as well as a second script that we’re excited to talk about soon.”
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Ryan Gosling inThe Gray Man(2022).Paul Abell/Netflix
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The movie, which played in select theaters starting July 15 before hitting Netflix this past Friday, debuted at No. 1 in 92 countries, according to Netflix.
“WithThe Gray Man, the Russos delivered an edge-of-your-seat spectacle that audiences around the world are loving,” Global Film headScott Stubersaid in a statement. “We’re excited to continue to partner with them and the team at AGBO as they build outThe Gray Manuniverse.”
“It’s hard to find somebody atChris Evans' level to step into a villain,” Joe, 51, toldEW. “It’s why you traditionally don’t get a Ryan Gosling versusChris Evansmovie.”
“But he’s at a pointwhere [playing the villain]is more entertaining to him than playing a hero, so we’re able to get two giant movie stars that face off against each other,” Joe added.
The Gray Man, also starringRegé-Jean Page, is now streaming on Netflix.
source: people.com
