Black Bear has taken on international sales for Jason Statham's action sequel 'The Beekeeper 2' in Asia and MENA regions ahead of the American Film Market. The film is currently in production in London, directed by Timo Tjahjanto. Amazon/MGM will handle distribution in other territories, including North America.
Production Details
Filming for 'The Beekeeper 2' is underway in London, with Jason Statham reprising his lead role alongside a strong ensemble cast including Jeremy Irons, Yara Shahidi, Emmy Raver-Lampman, Bobby Naderi, Jemma Redgrave, Pom Klementieff, and Adam Copeland. The sequel is directed by Timo Tjahjanto and written by Kurt Wimmer, who also serves as a producer. Miramax is financing and producing the project, with additional producers Jason Statham through Punch Palace Productions, Chris Long via Long Shot Productions, and Kurt Wimmer. Executive producers from Miramax include Jonathan Glickman, Alexandra Loewy, and Thom Zadra.
Sales and Distribution
Black Bear will manage sales in Asia and the Middle East/North Africa (MENA) markets, pitching to buyers at the American Film Market (AFM) in Los Angeles this month. Amazon/MGM, which revealed the project earlier this year, is set to distribute the film in all other international territories and handle North American release. This follows their recent collaboration with Statham and Black Bear on 'A Working Man.'
Background on the Franchise
The original 'The Beekeeper,' directed by David Ayer, centered on a retired operative seeking revenge after his landlady falls victim to a phishing scam targeting her charity. It achieved strong box office success, grossing $163 million worldwide, and holds a 92% Verified Hot rating on Rotten Tomatoes.