If you are a fan of the National Treasure franchise, you might be wondering when the third installment of the adventure series will hit the big screen. The first two movies, starring Nicolas Cage as treasure hunter Benjamin Franklin Gates, were released in 2004 and 2007, respectively, and were both box office hits.
Since then, rumors and speculations about a possible third movie have been circulating, but nothing concrete has been announced. However, there is some good news for the fans of the franchise.
According to producer Jerry Bruckheimer, a third movie is still in development, and it will bring back Cage and the original cast. In this blog post, we will give you all the updates and release date speculations for National Treasure 3.
Key Takeaways
- “National Treasure 3” is still in development, with Nicolas Cage expected to return as Benjamin Franklin Gates alongside the original cast.
- The plot remains a mystery, but is anticipated to follow the franchise’s theme of solving historical puzzles related to American history or culture.
- The movie’s release is uncertain, with potential timing around 2024 or 2025, pending script readiness and Disney’s scheduling.
- Jerry Bruckheimer is producing, with Chris Bremner writing the script, indicating a fresh approach while maintaining the essence of the franchise.
What Is the Plot?
The plot of National Treasure 3 is still a mystery, as no official synopsis or details have been revealed. However, we can expect it to follow the same formula as the previous movies, which involved Gates and his team solving historical puzzles and clues to find hidden treasures and secrets.
The first movie, National Treasure, focused on the Declaration of Independence and the Knights Templar Treasure, while the second movie, National Treasure: Book of Secrets, involved the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and the lost city of Gold. Therefore, it is likely that the third movie will explore another historical mystery and treasure, possibly related to American history or culture.
Some fan theories and speculations suggest that the third movie could involve the Statue of Liberty, Mount Rushmore, the Liberty Bell, or the American Civil War. However, these are just guesses, and we will have to wait for the official confirmation to know for sure.
Who Is in The Cast?
The cast of National Treasure 3 has not been officially announced, but producer Jerry Bruckheimer has confirmed that the third movie will feature the same cast as the previous movies. This means that we can expect to see Nicolas Cage return as Benjamin Franklin Gates, the protagonist and treasure hunter.
Cage has expressed his interest in reprising his role in the past, and has said that he loves the character and the franchise. Other cast members who are likely to return are Diane Kruger as Abigail Chase, Gates’ love interest and historian; Justin Bartha as Riley Poole, Gates’ best friend and sidekick; Jon Voight as Patrick Gates, Gates’ father and fellow treasure hunter; Helen Mirren as Emily Appleton-Gates, Gates’ mother and archaeologist; and Harvey Keitel as Agent Sadusky, the FBI agent who pursues Gates and his team.
It is also possible that some new characters and actors will join the cast, depending on the plot and the locations of the third movie. For example, the second movie introduced Ed Harris as Mitch Wilkinson, a rival treasure hunter, and Bruce Greenwood as the President of the United States.
We will update this post as soon as we get more information about the cast of National Treasure 3.
Who Is Behind the Scenes?
The behind-the-scenes team of National Treasure 3 is also not fully confirmed, but we do know some key names. Jerry Bruckheimer, who produced the first two movies, is also producing the third movie, along with Nicolas Cage as an executive producer.
The director of National Treasure 3 is expected to be Jon Turteltaub, who directed the first two movies, as well as other films such as The Meg, Cool Runnings, and The Sorcerer’s Apprentice. Turteltaub has a good working relationship with Bruckheimer and Cage and has said that he is eager to make the third movie.
The writer of National Treasure 3 is Chris Bremner, who co-wrote the script for Bad Boys for Life, another Bruckheimer production. Bremner is also working on the script for Bad Boys 4 and M.A.S.K., a live-action adaptation of the 1980s animated series.
Bremner replaced the original writers of the first two movies, Cormac and Marianne Wibberley, who were reportedly working on the script for the third movie since 2008, but were later replaced.
When Will It Be Released?
The release of “National Treasure 3” remains uncertain as Disney has not officially approved it. The film has faced delays for over a decade, primarily due to challenges in developing a script that meets both fan and studio expectations.
Producer Jerry Bruckheimer mentioned that the script is still in progress and the project is in its early stages. Disney’s current focus on other franchises like Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar has also contributed to the delay.
Bruckheimer remains hopeful about the film’s future, noting Nicolas Cage’s enthusiasm and his own commitment to the franchise. A potential release could be around 2024 or 2025, subject to script readiness, cast and crew availability, and Disney’s scheduling.
Further updates will be provided when available.
Is There a Trailer for the Movie?
Unfortunately, there is no trailer for National Treasure 3 yet, as the movie is still in the early stages of development. We won’t see a trailer until the movie is finished and ready for release, which could take a few years.
The earliest we can expect to see a trailer is late 2024, but that is just a speculation. However, if you want to get a glimpse of what the movie might be like, you can watch the trailers for the first two movies, National Treasure and National Treasure: Book of Secrets, on YouTube.
You can also watch the scene where Gates discovers the Book of Secrets and learns that there is something hidden on page 47, which could be a clue to the plot of the third movie.
