Michael Mann drops major hint about when Heat 2 will start filming
Update to when sequel to 1990s crime thriller Heat will start filming
- Director Michael Mann has confirmed that the film adaptation of his novel 'Heat 2' is in active development, with a potential shooting start in 2026.
- The book, co-written with Meg Gardiner, serves as both a prequel and sequel to Mann's acclaimed 1995 crime thriller 'Heat'.
- Mann clarified that the original 'Heat' was an "ensemble of brilliant actors" film, not solely an Al Pacino film, and one of his best directorial experiences.
- Casting speculation for 'Heat 2' includes Timothée Chalamet for a younger Vincent Hanna and Austin Butler for Chris Shiherlis.
- Al Pacino and Robert De Niro have previously discussed the potential use of de-aging technology to reprise their roles for the prequel elements of the story.