Believe it or not, Ben Affleck hasn’t been involved in any direct sequels throughout his career. While he has reprised roles in various films, none of them can be considered direct sequels to his previous work. However, for the first time in his 41-year career, the actor will be starring in a direct sequel to The Accountant called The Accountant 2. This marks a potentially record-breaking or perhaps a record-setting moment in Hollywood.
This Upcoming Ben Affleck Movie Sets a Record in His Career
Ben Affleck fans have reason to celebrate, as the actor ventures into uncharted territory by starring in a direct sequel of The Accountant as per Deadline. The anticipation surrounding this sequel continues to grow because of Affleck’s rare participation in such projects. Fans are thus wondering what it might be that convinced him to say yes!
While Ben Affleck has portrayed various characters multiple times, he’s best known for his distinct and iconic roles, which may define his work ethos. Throughout his career, Affleck has embraced diverse roles, spanning genres like action, comedy, and drama, with few ventures into character sequels including Holden McNeil, Daredevil, and of course, Batman.
Thus, Affleck’s frequent collaborations with Kevin Smith for Batman goes to show he is not all against revisiting specific roles.
This is most definitely an encouraging development for sure, and a promising aspect of the film’s success as well. And thus, with that, it can be said, that the viewers can anticipate an experience that not only honors the essence of the first movie but also elevates it to new heights.
This A-lister always tries to keep things fresh and allows much flexibility as an actor. Therefore, fans are thrilled by his decision to return for the sequel!
What Can Fans Expect from The Accountant 2?
For starters, Ben Affleck, as established before, will reprise his role as the mathematical genius but fraud, Christian Wolff. Additionally, all the original cast members are returning as well. The original cast included Anna Kendrick, Jon Bernthal, J.K. Simmons, and many more.
This bodes well, indicating that the movie will spare no expense and offer a nostalgic experience to the audience. Just as the first film captured audiences with its attention to detail and gripping plots and storyline, the promise of The Accountant sequel suggests a continuation of this, ensuring fans are in for another thrilling ride filled with suspense and action.
Despite not achieving massive commercial success, the film was still a triumph, with its precise portrayal of autism, which is most definitely not that common in Hollywood, and compelling action sequences, establishing it as one of Affleck’s finest works. With plot details kept under wraps at the moment, The Accountant 2 is expected to bring in more adventures and challenges for Affleck and Bernthal and even more intensely! No dates as of yet have been confirmed for the release.
