World War Z Comeback Hinted by Skydance – Paramount

World War Z Comeback Hinted by Skydance - Paramount

Paramount’s new owners at Skydance may be looking to bring back World War Z.

During a recent press event, Skydance execs name-dropped the 2013 Brad Pitt zombie blockbuster while discussing future priorities, alongside Star Trek and Transformers.

History of World War Z

Based on Max Brooks’ 2006 novel, World War Z was released in 2013 and directed by Marc Forster. The film followed Brad Pitt as UN investigator Gerry Lane, tasked with stopping a global zombie pandemic. Despite production troubles and reshoots, the movie proved a success for Paramount, grossing over $540 million worldwide on a reported $190 million budget.

Worth a mention is that Skydance actually was a production company behind the film.

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Sequel Plans That Never Happened

Following the box office win, Paramount announced plans for a sequel, with Brad Pitt set to return. Over the years, the project passed through several hands — most notably with David Fincher in talks to direct — but constant delays and budget issues kept it from moving forward. In 2019, Paramount officially shelved the film, citing production costs.

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Skydance’s New Direction

Now that Skydance has taken over Paramount, Ellison’s mention of World War Z suggests it’s back on the radar.

THR reports that co-film chief Josh Greenstein listed it alongside Star Trek and Transformers as franchises to prioritize, with the studio aiming to release 15 films a year and eventually ramping up to 20.

Ellison also signaled interest in horror — a genre Paramount has found recent success in with A Quiet Place and Smile — making a World War Z revival a natural fit.

If this comeback happens, it could finally deliver the sequel fans have been waiting more than a decade to see.

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