Garrett Hedlund Updates Triple Frontier 2 Development at Netflix

Netflix's plans for a sequel to the 2019 action thriller Triple Frontier remain under discussion, according to actor Garrett Hedlund, who recently provided an update during an interview with ScreenRant. Although the project has progressed to an initial screenplay draft, the original cast's demanding schedules remain a significant obstacle to moving the follow-up forward.

Hedlund discussed the project while promoting the fourth season of Tulsa King. His comments offer a fresh indication that Triple Frontier 2 has not been abandoned, although Netflix has not announced a production schedule, release date, or confirmed returning cast.

Charlie Hunnam previously revealed in late 2023 that he had joined the sequel as a main producer. At that time, he described the project as being in its early stages of development.

Hedlund said the project remains under consideration but cautioned that its future is uncertain.

"Charlie's been off being busy shooting nonstop. We sort of all have. They took a stab at the script, and I think when they sit down and take another one, there might be some momentum on it...but I feel like the theme is never say never.

So, it would certainly be fun to get the band back together on that one." Hedlund said.

The original film was directed and co-written by J.C. Chandor, with a screenplay also credited to Mark Boal. Its ensemble cast featured Ben Affleck, Oscar Isaac, Charlie Hunnam, Garrett Hedlund, Pedro Pascal, and Adria Arjona.

Released on Netflix in 2019, Triple Frontier follows former U.S. Army Delta Force operatives who reunite for a mission in South America targeting a drug lord's fortune. Their plan to steal millions in cash leads to mounting complications that test their loyalties, judgment, and ability to survive.

The film had a reported production budget of $115 million. Netflix executive Ted Sarandos previously cited 63 million views during its first few months on the platform while addressing questions about the film's performance.

Critical reception was generally favorable, although audience responses were more mixed. CBR reported that the film held a 71% critics' rating and a 58% audience Popcornmeter rating on Rotten Tomatoes at the time of its coverage.

The sequel's development comes as its original stars continue working on other projects. Hunnam has been involved in the Monster franchise and has a new project connected to Sons of Anarchy in development. Pascal continues to work across major film franchises, while Isaac has several film and television projects on his schedule.

Affleck has also maintained a relationship with Netflix through Artists Equity, the production company he co-founded with Matt Damon. The company signed a first-look deal with the streaming service, which has released projects including The Rip and Animals.

The original film leaves a potential storyline for a sequel involving the money the team abandoned during its mission. However, neither Netflix nor the filmmakers have confirmed whether the follow-up will enter production or whether the original ensemble will reunite.