James Cameron, the renowned film director, has reaffirmed his commitment to a sequel to Alita: Battle Angel, highlighting the fervent interest it has sparked among its fans since its release. Along with Robert Rodriguez, the original director of the film, Cameron has stated that they have both made a “blood oath” to develop at least one continuation, and they even have the ambition to design a complete trilogy based on the popular story.
With 400 million dollars at the box office, it is hard to understand why there is no sequel
The movie, which grossed over 400 million dollars at the box office, is inspired by the manga GUNNM, created by Yukito Kishiro. It tells the story of Alita, a cyborg who fights in a dystopian world, and has managed to cultivate a loyal fan community that has kept the demand for a sequel alive through social media for six years.
In recent statements, Cameron revealed that they are considering getting to work soon, especially now that he lives just three miles from Rodriguez in Austin, Texas. “I think we will probably get more serious about that as soon as I finish the mix of Avatar: Fire and Ash in a few weeks,” Cameron indicated, suggesting that the plans for a sequel are more advanced than ever.
Despite the long wait, Alita’s fanbase continues to push hard for a sequel, which could facilitate the development of the project. The availability of Alita: Battle Angel on Disney+ has connected with a new audience that could further increase the demand for future installments. As fans eagerly await the official announcement, Cameron and Rodriguez’s commitment suggests that Alita could return to the big screen in the not-too-distant future.