In an exciting development for fans of the MonsterVerse, Legendary Entertainment has officially announced that Jack O?Connell will be joining the cast of the eagerly anticipated sequel to Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. This news has generated a buzz among movie enthusiasts, as O’Connell’s involvement promises to add depth to the film. While specific plot details remain closely guarded, reports indicate that audiences can expect to see a rich narrative featuring ?several new human characters alongside the beloved and iconic Titans Godzilla and Kong as they face off against a cataclysmic world-ending threat.? The anticipation surrounding this sequel continues to grow as fans speculate about its potential storyline.
Joining the cast alongside Jack O?Connell in this thrilling MonsterVerse installment is the talented Kaitlyn Dever, known for her remarkable performance in The Last of Us. O?Connell’s character is rumored to be the brother of Dever?s character, which adds a layer of familial dynamics to the unfolding drama. Additionally, Dan Stevens is expected to reprise his role as Trapper, Monarch?s Titan veterinarian. Fans will remember Stevens’ character for his memorable act of replacing Kong?s infected tooth with a metallic one in the previous film, adding an intriguing element to the ongoing narrative about these colossal beings.
In a significant shift for the franchise, Adam Wingard, who directed the last two films in the MonsterVerse series, will not return for this sequel. He has chosen to step aside to focus on his upcoming action horror thriller, Onslaught, which has generated its own wave of excitement. The directing duties for this new MonsterVerse film have been entrusted to Grant Sputore, who previously directed the highly acclaimed sci-fi thriller I Am Mother featuring Hilary Swank. The screenplay is being crafted by Dave Callaham, known for his work on Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Fans can mark their calendars as this eagerly awaited MonsterVerse film is set for a March 26, 2027 release.
Jack O?Connell’s career is on the rise, as he has several exciting projects lined up, including Ryan Coogler?s Sinners. This supernatural horror film stars Michael B. Jordan as twin brothers who attempt to escape their troubled past by returning to their hometown, only to encounter a more significant evil waiting for them. The film boasts a stellar cast, including Hailee Steinfeld, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Omar Benson Miller, Li Jun Li, and the legendary Delroy Lindo. Audiences can look forward to this gripping tale hitting theaters on April 18th.
Moreover, O?Connell is set to appear alongside Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Ralph Fiennes in the highly anticipated sequel, 28 Years Later. The film is set almost three decades after the rage virus wreaked havoc, leaving survivors in a relentless quarantine. The official synopsis declares, ?One such group of survivors lives on a small island connected to the mainland by a single, heavily-defended causeway. When one of the group leaves the island on a mission into the dark heart of the mainland, he discovers secrets, wonders, and horrors that have mutated not only the infected but other survivors as well.? This thrilling narrative is set to hit theaters on June 20th, with a sequel titled 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple scheduled for release on January 16, 2026. Plans for a third film are also in the works to complete the trilogy.
