Jason Statham Leads 'The Beekeeper 2' Sequel In Production With Returning And New Cast

The action thriller sequel "The Beekeeper 2," starring Jason Statham, is currently in production with several returning cast members including Jeremy Irons, Emmy Raver-Lampman, Bobby Naderi, and Jemma Redgrave. New additions to the cast are Pom Klementieff, known for her roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and "Mission: Impossible" films, and Adam Copeland, a former WWE star and actor from the Disney+ series "Percy Jackson and the Olympians." Directed by Timo Tjahjanto and written by Kurt Wimmer, who also penned the first film, the sequel continues the story of Adam Clay, a former government assassin turned beekeeper on a quest for vengeance. The first film, directed by David Ayer and released in 2024, was a box office success with $162 million worldwide gross. Distribution is handled by Amazon MGM Studios with production and financing by Miramax. Plot details remain undisclosed, but the film maintains a strong ensemble cast and experienced production team.