Oscar-nominated director will helm World War Z sequel

Oscar-nominated director David Fincher is confirmed to helm the World War Z sequel. He will reunite with Brad Pitt, as the pair previously worked together on Seven, Fight Club and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.

Paramount’s Head of production, Jim Gianopulos, told The Hollywood Reporter that the studio is “in advanced development” on the sequel, with Fincher directing and Pitt starring.

Fincher on the set of Columbia Pictures’ The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo.

Marc Forster directed 2013’s World War Z, which impressed critics and performed well at the box office, taking in $540 million worldwide. The sequel currently awaits a release date and an official title.

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