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Netflix has entered production on 'Under Paris 2', a sequel to its most popular French film. The original cast is returning for a new mission set three years after mutated sharks flooded Paris. The film's predecessor garnered over 102 million views.
Facts First
- Netflix is producing 'Under Paris 2', a sequel to the French shark movie.
- Original stars Bérénice Bejo and Nassim Lyes are returning for the new mission.
- The sequel is set three years after the first film, where sharks flooded Paris.
- 'Under Paris' is Netflix's most popular French film, with over 102 million views.
- Director Alexandre Aja ('Piranha 3D') is helming the sequel, with original creator Xavier Gens co-writing.
What Happened
Netflix has entered production on 'Under Paris 2' in the south of France. The sequel reunites original cast members Bérénice Bejo and Nassim Lyes for a mission to track the original predator, Lilith, in the Seine. The story is set three years after the events of the first film, where mutated sharks in the River Seine reproduced and caused a chain reaction that flooded Paris during a triathlon. Alexandre Aja is directing, while the original film's writer-director, Xavier Gens, is a co-writer and associate producer.
Why this Matters to You
If you enjoyed the first film, you may soon have a new, high-profile French action-thriller to watch on Netflix. The return of the original stars and creative team suggests the sequel could aim to replicate the successful formula that made 'Under Paris' the platform's most popular French film. This production signals Netflix's continued investment in non-English language content, which could lead to a wider variety of international films and series being available to you.
What's Next
Filming is now underway. The project's strong creative foundation and the proven audience for the first film suggest 'Under Paris 2' is likely to be a major release for Netflix upon its completion.