David Leitch, known for helming high-energy hits likeBullet TrainandDeadpool 2, is reportedly in talks to directOcean’s 14. TheOcean’sseries follows Danny Ocean (George Clooney) and his crew of charismatic con artists as they pull off elaborate, high-stakes heists against seemingly insurmountable odds. The star-studded ensemble of theOcean’s franchise included Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Julia Roberts, Andy Garcia, Don Cheadle, and Casey Affleck. ThelatestOcean’s 14updatefollows earlier reports ofConclavedirector Edward Berger being considered, though those discussions have since fallen through.
According toDeadline,Leitch is positioned to be a strong contender to carry on the stylish heist franchise withOcean’s14. The film is being produced by Clooney and Grant Heslov’s Smokehouse Pictures. The latest installment in the main storyline of Warner Bros.’ crime franchise will be the first without Steven Soderbergh at the helm; Gary Ross’Ocean’s 8, following a group of con-women led by Debbie Ocean (Sandra Bullock), was considered a spinoff.
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Fresh off the Ryan Gosling-led action comedyFall Guy, Leitch’s dynamic filmmaking style could bring a bold new energy toOcean’s 14. Known for visually inventive action sequences (John Wick,Atomic Blonde) and humor-driven narratives (Deadpool 2,Bullet Train),Leitch has a proven ability to balance his talented ensemble cast and high-octane storytelling with comedic flair—key elements behind the commercial success oftheOcean’sfranchise.
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After the success of 2018’sOcean’s 8,the Bullock-led spin-off demonstrated the enduring appeal of the franchise’s formula with revived interest in a new chapter. Clooney recently revealed that a completed script for the new movie has been read by the core cast, withmostOcean’scast members ready to return.Ocean’s 14could evolve into a reflective “retirement heist,”as hinted by Clooney’s recent comments comparing the premise to Zach Braff’sGoing in Style. With many cast members now middle-aged, a legendary final heist could offer a fitting conclusion to a saga that began with 2001’sOcean’s Eleven.
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Leitch could be the perfect fit forOcean’s 14. A retirement heist storyline suggeststhis could be the definitive last chapter for Danny and his gang. Aging but still sharp, Danny, Rusty, and the crew may seek to prove they have one last big score left in them. While Clooney and Pitt are already expected to be on board, the return of key players like Roberts and Bullock could further elevate the film. With Leitch’s history of thrilling action and sharp humor,Ocean’s 14is closer to recapturing the magic of its predecessors and delivering a satisfying farewell to this beloved franchise.
Source:Deadline
Ocean’s
Based on the original 1960 film Ocean’s Eleven, The Ocean’s franchise reimagines and expands the classic heist film. The series centers on Danny Ocean and later his sister, Deborah Ocean, master thieves taught by their parents to pull off elaborate heists against the rich. Each film maintains the majority of the cast, as the Ocean siblings gather together teams of talented individuals who bring unique skills to each film’s extraordinary heist.
