The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2: Will It Happen? Everything We Know (2024)

Nearly a decade after the first movie was released, there's still demand for The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2 updates — but has there been movement on the Henry Cavill spy movie sequel? Due to mixed reviews and disappointing box office returns, the first movie came and went without much notice and little talk of a sequel despite the first one hinting at more adventures to come. However, as the movie gradually gained a following thanks to streaming services, the question of The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2 continued to come up.

The Man From U.N.C.L.E. is an update of the 1960s spy series of the same name, and a movie version was stuck in development hell for 20 years. Quentin Tarantino briefly considered taking it on, while directors like Steven Soderbergh and actors from George Clooney to Tom Cruise came and went. The movie was praised for its breezy tone and retro spy movie feel, but unfortunately, it only grossed a little over $100 million worldwide (via Box Office Mojo). Despite its lackluster initial reception, hope has remained high for The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2.

The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2: Latest News

The Original Is A Big Hit On Netflix

Though updates regarding the sequel has ground to a halt, the Man From U.N.C.L.E. movie franchise was back in the news when the movie arrived on Netflix in July 2024. Despite being a commercial flop in 2015, The Man From U.N.C.L.E. found a much more receptive audience on streaming and that could help the sequel in the long run. Streaming success has helped to resurrect cult classics in the past, and The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2 could seem a lot more appealing to a studio after it garnered a loyal audience on Netflix. Until then, though, no word has come on the sequel.

The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2 Is Not Yet Confirmed

Plans Were Announced In 2017 But Nothing Has Surfaced

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Despite the rumored The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2 updates being promising, the movie has not yet been confirmed by Warner Bros. There has been talk of a sequel going as far back as 2017, with Armie Hammer revealing (via Collider) that he and writer Lionel Wigram still "kick" around ideas for a potential follow-up, but Hammer's fall from grace makes that less likely. As the years continue to slide by, it will be harder and harder for The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2 to get off the ground.

The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2: Cast

Who Could Return?

There have been no The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2 updates for the cast of the sequel, but fans can expect the return of at least some familiar faces. Henry Cavill will need to return as Napoleon Solo in the sequel, with his performance being a highlight of the original movie. Oscar-winner Alicia Vikander is also a possible returning cast member, with her character of Gaby Teller being hinted at as part of the team going forward at the end of the movie.

Jared Harris appeared in the original movie as Solo's CIA boss, Sanders, who could return as an authority figure for the sequel. Likewise, Hugh Grant could also return in The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2 as Waverly, an MI6 official. The biggest issue with The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2's casting is the role of Illya Kuryakin. Armie Hammer's various allegations make it likely he will not be asked to return for the sequel. This shakes up the dynamic of the franchise, and it was the reluctant cooperation between Kuryakin and Solo that made the film soar.

The presumptive cast of The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2 includes:

Actor	The Man From U.N.C.L.E. Role
Henry Cavill	Napoleon Solo
Alicia Vikander	Gaby Teller
Jared Harris	Sanders
Hugh Grant	Waverly

The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2: Story Details

Where Will U.N.C.L.E. Go Next?

There have been no The Man From U.N.C.L.E. 2 updates regarding the story, but the first movie set the stage for the three main characters, Napoleon Solo, Illya Kuryakin, and Gaby Teller, to continue working together. The Man From U.N.C.L.E. ends with a tease for the future as the three have been reassigned to a new international organization overseen by Waverly and given the codename U.N.C.L.E. Considering how reluctant the three characters are to be working together again, it is safe to assume the sequel will continue the strained relationship between the heroes as they attempt to save the world.