The beloved adventure franchise is set to return with “National Treasure 3”, starring Nicolas Cage, after the director confirmed that a script is completed and has received Disney’s approval. This announcement marks a significant moment for fans eager to see the original cast reprise their roles, rather than witnessing a reboot with new faces.
In recent years, Hollywood has increasingly leaned into reviving classic franchises with their original stars, responding to audience demand for authenticity over mere nostalgia. Projects such as “The Mummy 4”, featuring Brendan Fraser, and “Pirates of the Caribbean 6,” with Johnny Depp returning as Jack Sparrow, exemplify this trend. Now, “National Treasure 3” joins this roster of eagerly anticipated sequels.
Director Confirms Progress Amid Initial Skepticism
Despite Cage’s previously expressed doubts about the project—once remarking, “If you want to find treasure, don’t look at Disney, okay? It’s not there”—the film’s director, Jon Turteltaub, who helmed the earlier installments, has successfully persuaded both the actor and the studio to move forward. Speaking on the National Treasure Hunt podcast, Turteltaub emphasized the project’s advancement, stating, “It’s finally going to happen. It’s finally real. We finally have a script that I like and that Disney has given the green light to.”
Addressing Cage’s cautious stance, Turteltaub clarified that the actor’s remarks were not pessimistic but rather a reflection of his measured approach after decades in the industry. This cautious optimism now seems to have paved the way for the franchise’s next chapter, rekindling excitement among long-time fans.