Before its release, Edge of Tomorrow faced doubts due to its similarity to other sci-fi films and its time loop plot. However, when it hit theaters in June 2014, it impressed audiences with its fresh take on the genre.
Critics and fans praised its clever storytelling and unique approach, sparking discussions about a potential sequel featuring Major William Cage (Tom Cruise) and Sergeant Rita Vrataski (Emily Blunt).
Despite Tom Cruise’s star power, the film’s box office predictions were modest. With high production and marketing costs, it faced tough competition during its summer release.
Despite its box office performance, Edge of Tomorrow received positive reviews and built a dedicated fan base. This enthusiasm kept hopes alive for a sequel.
In December 2015, co-writer Christopher McQuarrie hinted at a sequel in development. Director Doug Liman later confirmed the project, revealing it would be both a sequel and a prequel titled Live Die Repeat and Repeat.
Liman expressed excitement about the new story and promised to revolutionize sequels. However, bringing the sequel to fruition has proven challenging, with scheduling conflicts delaying its production.
Despite this, the cast and crew remain eager, and fans continue to anticipate a return to the Edge of Tomorrow universe.
This is Why The Sequel Has Been Delayed
Development of the sequel, Live Die Repeat, saw several contributors. In 2018, Doug Liman confirmed that Edge of Tomorrow co-writer Jez Butterworth would return to work on the screenplay.
Liman praised the story, stating they were figuring out its feasibility. That same year, Emily Blunt mentioned her busy schedule, playing Mary Poppins, as a reason for the sequel’s delay.
In March 2019, another writer, Matthew Robinson, joined the project. Known for his work on films like The Invention of Lying and Dora and the Lost City of Gold, Robinson was set to work on the screenplay.
However, as Tom Cruise moved on to other projects like Top Gun: Maverick and the next Mission: Impossible installment, and Emily Blunt was occupied with A Quiet Place: Part II, the sequel faced further delays.
The COVID-19 pandemic added another layer of delay in 2020. Doug Liman confirmed in early 2021 that the busy schedules of Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt were the main obstacles to the sequel’s production. Liman emphasized that securing their commitment would be important to moving the project forward.