This action flick is a hit on Netflix: Could it be getting a sequel?

Warning, this article spoils the ending of the movie.

This is global robbery. After its release on Netflix on January 12, In full flight topped the weekly charts in several countries, including France. Despite a fairly average gross, the Ocean’s Eleven-style heist film has all the ingredients to appeal to the general public: action, a catchy team, and a bit of humor (even if it’s poorly dosed).

In Flight, Kevin Hart’s character and his team prepare an impossible heist: steal half a billion dollars in gold in a plane in the sky. After many adventures, they manage not only to arrest the bad guy played by Jean Reno and prevent a humanitarian disaster – but also to steal the loot from the eyes of Interpol. In the final sequence of the film, Abby (Gugu Mbatha-Raw) even goes to the other side of the law and joins a heist team. The beginning of a new adventure for the former Interpol agent, who we will see again in action in the sequel.

Asked exactly about En Plein Vol 2 varietyIts director F. Gary Gray seems quite optimistic:

“After the preview, people came to us and said they want to continue. It all depends on Netflix. They have what it takes to make a second opus. Even a franchise. It’s beyond my abilities, but I think it will depend on the reception of the film. I think Netflix and Kevin will be spoiled for choice if it works. ”

Right now, it’s too early to know if In Flight is a success on Netflix. A film’s top spot is a good indicator, but it’s not enough to know if the public wants to see the team in action again. The platform generally provides a 3-month period, which allows comparison of figures with other equivalent products.

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Last summer, Netflix offered its subscribers another action movie – Agent Stone – this time starring Gal Gadot. While the ending clearly called for a sequel, no announcement has been made by the American giant at this time. It must be said that the company already has a lot to do with other franchises that have made it into the top ten of all time. We’re thinking in particular of Red Notice – which has two sequels in development – with Tyler Rake (a third installment was announced this summer), or The Old Guard with Charlize Theron, due out this year after a 4-year wait. .

As for In Full Flight, poor reviews combined with a big budget ($100 million) could jeopardize the director’s ambitions. But as they say in the industry, Wait and see…