Freelance 2 (2024)

There is currently no official sequel to the 2023 action-comedy film Freelance. Despite early discussions and some creative interest in expanding the story, Freelance 2 has not been greenlit, and as of late 2024 remains highly unlikely to move forward into production.

The original Freelance, starring John Cena as Mason Pettits and Alison Brie as journalist Claire Wellington, was critically panned and underperformed at the box office. With a production budget estimated around $40 million and global earnings landing near $10 million, the film failed to meet financial expectations. On Rotten Tomatoes it holds a meager 7% critics’ rating, and audience responses were similarly lukewarm, with many reviewers labeling it dull, clichéd, and lacking in chemistry between the lead actors.

Director Pierre Morel did comment in interviews that he would enjoy making a sequel if the first film had succeeded, but he noted that such a continuation would depend entirely on its commercial reception. Given the critical and financial shortfall, studio executives appear uninterested in pursuing sequel rights or investing in further installments.

In terms of narrative speculation, Freelance ends on a fairly closed arc—Mason survives the coup, Claire lands a major scoop, and both return home. There is no overt setup for a follow-up story, making any hypothetical sequel feel forced without significant creative overhaul.

Fan discussions on various movie forums echo this lack of momentum. Despite minor praise for Juan Pablo Raba’s charismatic performance and the film’s brief moments of on-location scenic shots, consensus remains that the film underdelivers. Comments often reflect disappointment that the energy shown in the credits or promotional sneak peeks never translated to the actual movie. For many, the film feels like a “by‑the‑numbers” action flick lacking depth or identity, hardly the type to generate sequel traction.

In summary, Freelance 2 does not exist at this time—there is no confirmed release date, no studio backing, and no script underway. Unless the original gains unexpected popularity in streaming or cult followings that change its financial profile, a sequel remains a distant possibility at best.