Director Teases Exciting New Locations for The Amateur 2 Sequel!

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The amateur director has shared where he hopes to travel with Rami Malek’s character Heller, should there be a sequel. Although another film hasn’t been officially announced, the ending of the first movie hints at potential continuation for Heller’s storyline.

TopMob received an invitation from Disney and 20th Century Studios for a visit to Washington D.C., including a tour of the International Spy Museum. There, they had the chance to delve into the past of spying with “The Amateur” director James Hawes. Subsequently, TopMob’s Russ Milheim was granted an interview opportunity with Mr. Hawes in a two-person interview setup.

Absolutely, we couldn’t help but inquire about the possibility of a sequel, particularly wondering which foreign destination Hawes would prefer to explore if The Amateur 2 comes to fruition. Some overseas locations from the original film were Istanbul, Madrid, Romania, Paris, and others.

Hawes listed “South Asia,” “Vietnam,” “Cambodia,” and “Namibia” as exciting choices to explore:

In a different phraseology: James Hawes: Firstly, for this production, I added Istanbul to the mix, as it felt modern and daring, a setting that would stir my imagination. Thinking about where to go that’s contemporary, relevant, visually appealing, and a bit sexy, Southeast Asia crossed my mind with Vietnam and Cambodia being intriguing possibilities. Namibia, another stunning location, was also on my radar, though I wasn’t sure how to weave the story around it. So, if anyone has an idea for a film they’d like to pitch, let’s hear it!

A different reporter stepped forward to inquire from Hawes whether discussions about a sequel had taken place at all. In response, the director admitted that such talks had been scarce or nearly non-existent.

In my own words, I’d say: I revealed one small detail, namely, that the final scene with Henderson in the parking lot wasn’t initially part of the script. This unexpected twist could pave the way for a future installment.

Hawes admitted almost none of it was scripted originally. He shared a secret: the scene with Henderson in the parking lot towards the end wasn’t planned. It was additional filming due to the enjoyable dynamic between them. You never knew if he was going to hug or shoot him, and that added an element of surprise they found captivating. So, while there’s a possibility it could happen again, it hasn’t been decided yet.

TopMob inquired whether any alterations or deletions were necessary during the production of “The Amateur,” as some aspects seemed excessively real. Hawes acknowledged that modifications were indeed made, though he remained tight-lipped about specifics.

Indeed, I found it fascinating how the movie delved into scenarios that could plausibly occur in our reality.

Hawes: Allow me to explain two points. Earlier, our discussion revolved around video mapping and digital chats, which we referred to as such. However, when Heller suggested other things, they mentioned that they indeed engage in those activities.

In simpler terms, you can trick systems into believing they’re under missile attack, keeping them unaware of the incoming threat. This technique is known as spoofing. Furthermore, it’s possible to remotely control boats from a distance.

A significant source of motivation for us has been their knack for improvisation. Therefore, we’ll deploy these agents in environments that could be dangerous, and their capability to transform everyday items from streets and parks into deadly weapons is quite chilling.

What Could The Amateur 2 Look Like?

Since Rami Malek’s character, Heller, survives and remains with the Agency at the end of “The Amateur,” it seems that James Hawes has a lot of creative freedom to take the story wherever he wants should it continue. Developing and delving deeper into the engaging relationship between Lawrence Fishburne’s Henderson and Malek’s Heller could lead to an exciting and captivating journey.

A potential intriguing connection for “The Amateur” to delve into could be the bond between Heller and Jon Bernthal’s character, The Bear, who is set to star in his own “The Punisher” MCU special next year.

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but entertain the intriguing fan theory that Sarah, portrayed by Rachel Brosnahan, may not have truly perished in the story. Although this concept wasn’t delved into in the original movie, it certainly presents an engaging avenue for further exploration.

Each of the destinations (South Asia, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Namibia) that director James Hawes is keen on visiting offers incredible potential as filming locations, making it challenging to choose the wrong one among them.

Although a follow-up movie hasn’t been definitively confirmed, the initial film managed to rake in an impressive $96 million globally at the box office. This figure surpasses its production budget of $60 million (excluding marketing costs), suggesting that The Amateur 2 could very well be on the horizon.

The Amateur is now available to purchase and rent on VOD platforms.

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2025-06-21 00:04