“There’s a really cool, really cool Hancock 2 idea… Zendaya is being approached for a role in Hancock 2,” Will Smith teased during a livestream with popular Twitch streamer Qxc, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. This exciting revelation has sparked renewed speculation about a sequel to the 2008 superhero film Hancock. While no official confirmation has been made, fans are eager to see what’s next for the unconventional hero. Director Peter Berg previously confirmed in a 2012 interview that discussions about a sequel have been ongoing, but scheduling conflicts have prevented progress.

The original Hancock follows a superhero whose reckless behavior causes millions in damage, but he changes after the person he saves helps improve his public image. Directed by Peter Berg and written by Vince Gilligan and Vy Vincent Ngo, the film blends action and humor. Will Smith, the lead, is known for Men in Black and Bad Boys, while Charlize Theron, who played Mary Embrey, is celebrated for Mad Max: Fury Road and Atomic Blonde. Jason Bateman, who portrayed Ray Embrey, gained acclaim with Ozark and Arrested Development.

Peter Berg revealed that he, Smith, Michael Mann, and Akiva Goldsman have all expressed interest in a sequel. “We’ve been talking about the sequel… but we literally just have trouble getting into the same room at the same time,” Berg said in an interview with Entertainment Weekly. Despite these challenges, Berg noted that Smith had already contributed a strong idea for a follow-up.

Charlize Theron has also expressed enthusiasm for returning. “You know, for a while, we talked about a sequel… but not in recent years, no. We’ll be superheroes with our walkers, you know. And I’ll still go,” she joked in an interview with ComicBook.com.

With Zendaya potentially joining the cast and Smith’s enthusiasm, Hancock 2 could become a reality. Fans should stay tuned for more updates on this long-awaited sequel.