For those eagerly anticipating a sequel to Wolfs, there’s disappointing news ahead—prepare to give a heartfelt “Awoooooo.” In a candid interview with Collider on November 22, director and writer Jon Watts revealed that the continuation of the film is no longer in the works. When asked about his upcoming projects, Watts expressed uncertainty, stating, “I don’t know what I’m directing next, and I don’t think there’s going to be a Wolfs sequel.” However, as fans processed this revelation, confusion arose among those eager to see the dynamic duo of Brad Pitt and George Clooney return to the screen. Watts further clarified that the decision to shelve the sequel wasn’t influenced by Apple TV+; rather, it stemmed from his own frustrations. In a statement to Deadline, he elaborated, “They were extremely enthusiastic about it and immediately commissioned me to start writing a sequel. But their last minute shift from a promised wide theatrical release to a streaming release was a total surprise and made without any explanation or discussion. I wasn’t even told about it until less than a week before they announced it to the world. I was completely shocked and asked them to please not include the news that I was writing a sequel. They ignored my request and announced it in their press release anyway, seemingly to create a positive spin to their streaming pivot. And so I quietly returned the money they gave me for the sequel.” Vulture has reached out to Watts’s team and Apple TV+ for comment.
Watts then shared why he didn’t bring up his self-cancelation before the news emerged that a sequel was previously in the pipeline: “I didn’t want to talk about it because I was proud of the film and didn’t want to generate any unnecessary negative press. I loved working with Brad and George (and Amy and Austin and Poorna and Zlatko) and would happily do it again. But the truth is that Apple didn’t cancel the Wolfs sequel, I did, because I no longer trusted them as a creative partner.” That’s a twist if I’ve ever heard one.
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**What are Jon Watts’ thoughts on the audience reaction to *Wolfs* and its characters?**
**Interview with Jon Watts on the Future of *Wolfs***
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Jon. Let’s dive right into the elephant in the room—many fans of *Wolfs* are disappointed to hear there won’t be a sequel. Can you share what led to this decision?
**Jon Watts:** Absolutely, and thank you for having me. It’s been a tough decision to come to. When I was asked whether *Wolfs* would continue, I had to be honest—I don’t see a sequel happening. It’s not something that was influenced by any external factors, like Apple TV+. The truth is, it was more about my own frustrations and feeling that I didn’t want to force something that didn’t feel right creatively.
**Interviewer:** That makes sense. After the success of the film, were you surprised by the reception it received? Did you expect more demand for a follow-up?
**Jon Watts:** Honestly, I was grateful for the response. The chemistry between Brad [Pitt] and George [Clooney] was electric, and I think that’s what captured the audience. While I expected a lot of fans wanting more, I also recognized that sometimes it’s best to leave things as they are rather than risk diminishing the original’s impact.
**Interviewer:** For fans wondering about your future projects, do you have anything lined up that excites you?
**Jon Watts:** At the moment, I don’t have a specific next project I can announce. I’m exploring different ideas, but right now, it’s all about taking a pause and figuring out what inspires me next. I appreciate the fans’ support and patience during this time.
**Interviewer:** Thanks, Jon. We hope to see more of your work soon, whether it’s a *Wolfs* sequel or something entirely new!
**Jon Watts:** Thank you! I appreciate it and hope to share new stories soon.