Brad Pitt, George Clooney’s Director Cancels ‘Wolfs’ Sequel due to Lack of Trust
Brad Pitt and George Clooney’s movie “Wolfs” won’t be getting a sequel, despite being a hit on Apple TV+. The film’s director, Jon Watts, decided to cancel the sequel after a disagreement with the streaming service.
Watts showed Apple the final cut of “Wolfs” earlier this year, and they loved it so much that they asked him to start working on a sequel right away. However, without any warning or discussion, Apple changed their minds about releasing the movie in theaters and opted for streaming instead. This sudden shift left Watts feeling blindsided and led to his decision to cancel the sequel.
Even though the movie was well-received at the Venice Film Festival, where Clooney addressed rumors about their paychecks and the release plans, the decision to move to streaming was a deal-breaker for Watts. He decided to return the money for the sequel and cut ties with Apple because he no longer trusted them as a creative partner.
Despite the disappointment of not having a wide theatrical release, Clooney and Pitt remained committed to the project. They even gave part of their salaries back to ensure the movie got a theatrical release, showing their dedication to the film industry. In the end, Clooney emphasized the importance of realistic salary expectations in the industry to sustain the art of filmmaking and prevent unrealistic standards from hindering the creative process.
