George Clooney has confirmed that “Ocean’s 14” is moving forward with plans to start filming next year. The film will reunite original stars, including Julia Roberts, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, and Don Cheadle. Clooney shared these updates during an interview with E! News, where he expressed enthusiasm about working with his longtime friends once more.
Confirmed Details About ‘Ocean’s 14’
The announcement includes that the budget for the film has been approved by Warner Bros. Clooney mentioned that finalizing the start date is the next step, projecting a likely shooting schedule to begin in nine to ten months. He stated, “It’s just scheduling, so it’s just setting a start date for us.”
Script and Direction
A strong script is already in place for “Ocean’s 14.” Clooney hinted at its quality by stating, “We have a really good script for another ‘Ocean’s’ now, so we may end up doing another one.” David Leitch, known for his work on “The Fall Guy” and “Bullet Train,” is set to direct the film.
Franchise Legacy
- Ocean’s Eleven (2001) – $450 million worldwide box office
- Ocean’s Twelve (2004) – $362 million worldwide box office
- Ocean’s Thirteen (2007) – $311 million worldwide box office
- Ocean’s 8 (2018) – $297 million worldwide box office
The original trilogy, helmed by Steven Soderbergh, began with “Ocean’s Eleven,” which became both a critical and commercial success. Following this, the franchise expanded with “Ocean’s 12” and “Ocean’s 13,” maintaining a strong box office performance.
Future of the Franchise
A spinoff titled “Ocean’s 8,” released in 2018, featured a new ensemble cast led by Sandra Bullock. This installment introduced audiences to a different perspective within the franchise’s universe. Clooney also noted that the upcoming “Ocean’s 14” will be distinct from a previously announced prequel, which is slated to star Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling. This prequel, directed by Jay Roach and written by Carrie Solomon, will take viewers to Europe in the 1960s.
Fans of the franchise can look forward to the return of familiar faces and an exciting storyline as “Ocean’s 14” inches closer to production. Clooney’s excitement for the project further fuels anticipation for another thrilling addition to the beloved series.
