Second Warcraft Movie Rumor Mentioned by Chris Metzen

[Starym 3,800]

 

There have been some rumors going around recently about a potential second Warcraft movie that may be in development. These were somewhat vague and just mentioned that the production company for the first movie, Legendary Entertainment, were "already discussing" the next Warcraft movie behind the scenes and that it would wipe the slate clean and start the franchise over. The next rumor had a little more weight to it, coming from a relatively reliable "scooper", Daniel Ritchman via Movie Web, and claimed that the second movie is actually already in development. All related articles mention the poor critical and audience receptions of the first movie, as well as it's success in China and high box office returns from overseas.

Now all of the above rumors were a little under our benchmark, as it's all very vague, but something new came up today which definitely got our attention, as first noticed by Wowhead:

Warcraft 2 Rumored to Be Happening at Legendary https://t.co/H2b7woubO9 Hmmmm...

— Chris Metzen (@ChrisMetzen) September 23, 2020

Metzen was also involved in the first movie, co-producing it and being an un-credited writer, and he also had a cameo appearance in it as a turbaned perfume vendor in Stormwind. Whether his comment was just as a member of the public and obviously interested in seeing more Warcraft or he knows something more about this rumor is unclear, although it seems difficult to believe a project like that would be made without his knowing about it. In any case, his mentioning it definitely made us a lot more curious.

We've also recently seen some community wishes for a potential Lich King movie, with Henry Cavil as Arthas (with some posters whipped up as well), which definitely got everyone's vote for the next attempt at starting the Warcraft cinematic universe, and it seems pretty likely that regardless of which iconic storyline they choose to adapt, Metzen should be involved to some degree. The first movie's director, Duncan Jones, previously both shared his own plans for a potential trilogy, and commented on the fact that a sequel wouldn't be happening as far as he knows, which is true even if the above rumor turns out to be true.

NOT part of the rumor, just a fan interpretation.

So, what do you think of the rumor? And which part of the Warcraft mythos should be covered in this potential re-launch of the brand on the big screen?

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[Steveson 193]

If it will happen it will be about one of two things:
1) Second War because obviously
2) Thrall's origin story

I am ok with both of these

[BobTheHuman 72]

Duncan Jones again... crap. The guy may love the game and have passion for the Warcraft universe, but those things count for nothing when he lacks vision of how to portray it well in film. Watching the movie you can tell his main concern was getting the orcs right, and he did, but that's pretty much the only positive thing about it. I used to have intense hatrad for this movie, I just don't care about any future projects from Duncan Jones.

Edited September 23, 2020 by BobTheHuman

[Steveson 193]

2 hours ago, BobTheHuman said:

Duncan Jones again... crap. The guy may love the game and have passion for the Warcraft universe, but those things count for nothing when he lacks vision of how to portray it well in film. Watching the movie you can tell his main concern was getting the orcs right, and he did, but that's pretty much the only positive thing about it. I used to have intense hatrad for this movie, I just don't care about any future projects from Duncan Jones.

You do know that he may learn from his mistakes and end up giving us a Lord of the Rings level epic movie right?

[Aernath 173]

As a fan of the original storyline and Warcraft Lore, I'm personally strictly against the second movie if it will follow the first movie's alternate storyline and production style; which even cut off the one cameo even Metzen was in.

Hopefully they will not do that and like the first rumor said, will be a "clean slate" , maybe even directed by Terran Gregory? ? 

*UPDATE:
Chris Metzen said he doesn't know anything, he's just sharing what he saw ?
 

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[Calysia 229]

I had no interest in the first movie. Mainly because I didn't see it following the lore faithfully...which is exactly what happened. Same thing applies to a possible second movie.

[ignringerfinger 11]

REPLACE RIOT GAMES IN THE MAINSTREAM CONSCIOENCE BY CENTERING THE MOVIE  ON MURLOCS. PLEASE. I'm not drunk. maybe IIam?

[BobTheHuman 72]

3 hours ago, Steveson said:

You do know that he may learn from his mistakes and end up giving us a Lord of the Rings level epic movie right?

No, I have no faith in that and I will remain skeptical untill I'm proven wrong.

[Cybrok 1]

I really hope this is true. Even though it wasnt the best movie, it was still really fun to have one in the Warcraft universe. However, if they make a second, they absolutely need to follow Arthas' story arch, it would do far better than other options imo

[Arcling 898]

9 hours ago, Steveson said:

If it will happen it will be about one of two things:
1) Second War because obviously
2) Thrall's origin story

I am ok with both of these

With how much lore has been changed in the first movie, I'm not sure how any of these would play out. Especially after planned script for a next movie has been revealed. Thrall being told by a tauren (in EK...) to find a new home for his people in Kalimdor. If they are going to make a new movie, hopefully it's going to be something else.

Though these news seem rather odd, considering how they sold all props from their first movie. Now they would need to invest a lot of money into making new ones. Rather risky investment, considering how poorly first movie performed.

Edited September 23, 2020 by Arcling

[Ariecho 15]

I'd welcome a StarCraft movie.

[Show4God 1]

I maybe in the minority, but inliked the first warcraft movie. Was it an epic cinema masterpiece  akin to LotR? No, but it was fun. 

[Znifler 58]

On 9/23/2020 at 8:41 AM, BobTheHuman said:

Duncan Jones again... crap. The guy may love the game and have passion for the Warcraft universe, but those things count for nothing when he lacks vision of how to portray it well in film. Watching the movie you can tell his main concern was getting the orcs right, and he did, but that's pretty much the only positive thing about it. I used to have intense hatrad for this movie, I just don't care about any future projects from Duncan Jones.

That is sad to hear, but hey, some like the movie. I've watched the Warcraft movie about 4 times by now, and I like it. Hell, a friend of mine, who never played WoW, likes it. 

[Znifler 58]

On 9/23/2020 at 5:16 PM, Arcling said:

With how much lore has been changed in the first movie, I'm not sure how any of these would play out. Especially after planned script for a next movie has been revealed. Thrall being told by a tauren (in EK...) to find a new home for his people in Kalimdor. If they are going to make a new movie, hopefully it's going to be something else.

Though these news seem rather odd, considering how they sold all props from their first movie. Now they would need to invest a lot of money into making new ones. Rather risky investment, considering how poorly first movie performed.

They literally said the movie made big money overseas and in China - which is a HUGE market. They didn't underperform at all. 

[Znifler 58]

On 9/23/2020 at 3:23 PM, Cybrok said:

I really hope this is true. Even though it wasnt the best movie, it was still really fun to have one in the Warcraft universe. However, if they make a second, they absolutely need to follow Arthas' story arch, it would do far better than other options imo

Are you saying it's impossible to mess up his story? Hm...

[Messer 0]

On 9/23/2020 at 2:41 AM, BobTheHuman said:

Duncan Jones again... crap. The guy may love the game and have passion for the Warcraft universe, but those things count for nothing when he lacks vision of how to portray it well in film. Watching the movie you can tell his main concern was getting the orcs right, and he did, but that's pretty much the only positive thing about it. I used to have intense hatrad for this movie, I just don't care about any future projects from Duncan Jones.

I think the movies should basically be 90 minute CGI cinematics. I would be fine with sitting in a theatre watching a full-length movie in the same quality as the recent Sylvannas/Saurfang battle scene.