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Brad Pitt Returning for ‘World War Z’ Sequel at Paramount With Edward Berger to Direct
Brad Pitt will officially return to star in Paramount’s long-awaited sequel to “World War Z.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Variety
Brad Pitt Reunites With His ‘Riders’ Director Edward Berger On Paramount’s ‘World War Z’ Sequel
WorldPingWhat happened
EXCLUSIVE: The long-awaited and highly-anticipated sequel to the hit zombie epic World War Z is gaining some serious momentum as Paramount has not only closed a deal with Brad Pitt to return but has also tapped Edward Berger to direct the pic.
Key facts
- Reported by Deadline and published Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:30:00 UTC.
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Brad Pitt Returning for ‘World War Z’ Sequel at Paramount With Edward Berger to Direct
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‘World War Z’ Sequel Back on With Brad Pitt Returning, Edward Berger Directing
The sequel to Paramount's hit zombie disaster movie has been in development on and off since 2013.
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Getting to Know Juan Andrés García Ropero ‘Bropi,’ the New Director of Content of Movistar Plus
Juan Andrés García Ropero, “Bropi,” Movistar Plus’ new director of content from May 2026, re-adjusts himself in his seat on a Zoom call. “I’ll sit with my best side showing, this profile,” he jokes.
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Alan Ritchson In Talks To Star In Sony’s Adaptation Of ‘Helldivers’ From Director Justin Lin
Following the exit of Jason Momoa, Sony Pictures and Justin Lin have moved fast to find his replacement for their feature adaptation of Helldivers.
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Resident Evil movie director says he was not prepared for fan backlash
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Asian Games: Karate team leaves without coaches; equestrian riders caught in accred maze
For the karate contingent, reigning Asian champion Alisha Choudhary’s repeated pleas to sports authorities and Indian Olympic Association (IOA) officials for accreditation for her coach, Vikas Panchal, have gone unheard.
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