Over eight years have passed since the release of ‘The Nice Guys,’ leaving fans eagerly awaiting a sequel. The Shane Black-directed action comedy has sparked speculation about a potential follow-up.
However, a recent interview with Black sheds light on why ‘The Nice Guys 2’ may not come to fruition. Black attributes the film’s dismal box office performance against ‘Angry Birds’ as a major factor in the lack of a sequel.
Despite previous rumors and a proposed sequel title, Black confirmed that plans have stalled. An attempt to adapt the concept into a TV show also proved unsuccessful.
The lack of confirmation and Black’s recent comments suggest that ‘The Nice Guys 2’ remains unlikely in the near future. The original film, which stars Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe, is currently available for streaming.
The decision to forgo a sequel highlights the influence of opening weekend box office results on a film’s fate. The disappointing performance of ‘The Nice Guys’ compared to ‘Angry Birds’ underscores the challenges in securing funding for sequels.
