The world of Jason Bourne could be heading into uncharted territory.
More than two decades after Matt Damon first stepped into the role of the rogue operative, the franchise is reportedly gearing up for a new era.
However, this time it may no longer be under Universal Pictures.
According to Deadline, the rights to the long-running espionage saga have quietly left Universal, which has overseen the series since Doug Liman’s The Bourne Identity hit screens in 2002.
The studio shepherded four sequels, including The Bourne Supremacy and The Bourne Ultimatum, and a spin-off, The Bourne Legacy, starring Jeremy Renner.
Now, with the rights controlled by the estate of author Robert Ludlum, who penned the original novels, the door is open for a possible reboot or continuation under new creative leadership.
While nothing has been confirmed, reports suggest that multiple studios and streamers are interested in reviving the action-heavy franchise for a modern audience.
Whether the next chapter will continue Bourne’s story or entirely reimagine the character remains unclear.
Deadline earlier noted that Edward Berger, director of the Oscar-winning All Quiet on the Western Front, was in talks to helm the Jason Bourne reboot in 2023.
However, his involvement has not been officially confirmed.
The most recent entry in the franchise, Jason Bourne (2016), marked Matt Damon’s return after nearly a decade away from the role, alongside series regular Paul Greengrass in the director’s chair.
Despite mixed reviews, the 2016 film grossed over $400 million worldwide.
Stay tuned for updates.
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