It looks like Disney is apparently eager to reboot a classic movie franchise that’s been part of their library for quite some time.
While nothing is confirmed at this time, it would certainly make sense, especially since the franchise is one of the biggest cinematic properties of all-time.
Details regarding the report at this time are currently scarce, though a new report noted that we could hear some actual concrete information going into next year.
For now, the studio’s plan is to let the franchise rest for some time given their recent attempt at a sequel, and then they’ll allegedly prepare a full-on reboot.
Here’s what the DisInsider shared:
“Lucasfilm is letting the franchise rest for a bit before they do a full reboot of the franchise,” referring to the Indiana Jones brand. “I would expect the studio to announce something next year at the D23 Expo because even though the last film tanked at the box office, Indiana Jones is still an iconic IP and Disney/Lucasfilm do not want to waste that.”
Obviously this should be taken with a grain of salt, especially until Disney does announce something concrete, but it does make sense they’d like to dust off the Indiana Jones property at some point for something new. Franchise star Harrison Ford is only getting older and if they want to keep the series moving forward, they’ll have to cast someone younger to play the part.
Of course, there are many routes that strategy could go. They could completely remake Raiders of the Lost Ark with a new actor playing Indy, they could do some kind of prequel film series similar to The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles, or they could simply focus on the younger Dial of Destiny character Helena Shaw played by Phoebe Waller-Bridge.
They could also go in a completely unknown direction as well. Ultimately, it’s their intellectual property now, so anything can happen with Indiana Jones moving into the future. Hopefully, however, whatever decisions Disney makes for the Indiana Jones franchise will be respectful of the IP and keep fans happy with the results.