National Treasure 3: Nicolas Cage Addresses Chances Of Third Movie
Nicolas Cage addresses the chances of National Treasure 3 happening after the proposed third movie has languished in development hell. The Oscar winner stars in the action-adventure franchise as Benjamin Franklin Gates, a treasure hunter whose family has long sought after a legendary hidden fortune of the Founding Fathers of the USA and Freemasons. Gates seeks out to prove his family to be more than conspiracy theorists and help preserve history's lost valuables.
Launching in 2004, the National Treasure franchise has generally received mixed reviews from critics for its improbable premise and repetitive formula between the two films, though the performances from its cast and action sequences have received generally positive reception. The films have also been financial hits for Disney, with the first grossing over $347 million against its $100 million budget while the second grossed over $459 million against its $130 million budget. Development on a third National Treasure first kicked off in 2008 after the success of its sequel but after over a decade of work it appears it may not be any closer to getting off the ground.
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In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Nicolas Cage opened up about the chances of National Treasure 3 happening. Comparing it to his uncertainty about returning for Face/Off 2, Cage says he's not heard any updates about the threequel and is doubtful it will get off the ground. See what Cage shared below:
«So often these things we read about are just conjecture without any base or foundation to it. I feel the same about National Treasure 3. It's been 14 years. There's no there, there. So, is it fun to think about? Sure.»
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