I Am Legend 2

The sequel to the science fiction film "I am Legend" is being made with the participation of Will Smith. The narrative builds on the alternative home movie ending of its predecessor. In this version of the story, the main character Robert Neville survives and realizes that the infected are sentient beings with their own society. He then leaves the city together with other survivors.

The plot of "I am Legend 2" takes place several decades after these events. There are considerations to make Will Smith look older than he actually is. The screenplay was written by Akiva Goldsman, who based the new story even more closely on the novel "I am Legend" by Richard Matheson. At the heart of the sequel is the idea that humanity is no longer the dominant species on Earth. Another source of inspiration for the design is the video game "The Last of Us", which in turn was inspired by the original film.

Alongside Will Smith, "Sinners" actor Michael B. Jordan plays a central role in the project. Contrary to earlier speculation, he does not play the son of the main character, but embodies the leader of a settlement in Connecticut. In addition to his acting performance, Jordan is significantly involved in the development of the film. The studio has Steven Caple Jr. in mind as a favorite for the position of director, who has already worked successfully with Michael B. Jordan on "Creed 2".