National Treasure 2

TheMovieman · 03-28-07, 07:28 PM

I did a search (regular and advanced) and didn't find a topic for this, so if I missed it... oops.

Anyway, this is set for release on December 21 (according to IMDb) and returns the original cast: Nicolas Cage, Diane Kruger

, Jon Voight, Harvey Keitel and Justin Bartha plus Helen Mirren (as Cage's mum) and Ed Harris as the new villain (this is according to Comingsoon.net: http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=19602).

dpz301 · 03-28-07, 08:05 PM

this could be interesting and i liked the first one. suprised by the additional of helen mirren if you ask me. probably a decent chance of a good turnout with families since it's coming out around the holidays.

matome · 03-28-07, 08:05 PM

I enjoyed the first one, so I'm looking forward to this especially with all the cast back.

BMan100 · 03-28-07, 08:09 PM

It took me a long while to watch the first "National Treasure", it was actually this January when I watched it and I enjoyed it--it was a great fun film, just bought the DVD shortly after I saw it. Plus, Diane Kruger is nice to look at

I'll see the sequel

devilshalo · 05-07-07, 02:02 PM

More casting news:

Gretsch

Joel Gretsch ("The 4400") has joined the cast of Disney's "National Treasure: Book of Secrets." Jon Turteltaub directs the sequel, which stars Nicolas Cage and Helen Mirren.
Gretsch's credits include "The Legend of Bagger Vance."

Alicia Coppola ("Jericho") has booked a co-starring role in Disney's "National Treasure: Book of Secrets." She'll play Agent Dawes. The film is being directed and produced by Jon Turteltaub. Cast includes Nicolas Cage and Helen Mirren.

Old relevant news:

Mirren joining 'Treasure' hunt
Actress to co-star in 'Secrets'
By PAMELA MCCLINTOCK
Mirren

Oscar winner Helen Mirren is leaving behind the royals for Disney's action-adventure sequel "National Treasure: The Book of Secrets," now filming.
Ed Harris is also a new addition to the cast, led by Nicolas Cage, who reprises his role as the treasure-hunting Ben Gates. Jerry Bruckheimer Films is producing.

Studio will release the pic Dec. 21.

Mirren will play Emily Appleton, Gates' mother. Harris plays the villain.

Sequel takes up as Cage's character tries to clear his family name from being implicated in the murder of Abraham Lincoln, sending him on a global adventure that includes finding a missing treasure.

Pic is being shot in Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., London and Paris.

In addition to Cage, sequel reunites director Jon Turteltaub with thesps Diane Kruger, who reprises the role of Abigail Chase, and Justin Bartha, who once again plays sidekick Riley Poole. Jon Voight and Harvey Keitel are also returning.

Last month, Mirren picked up the Academy Award for actress for her performance in "The Queen."

Mirren and Harris are repped by Creative Artists Agency.

NitroJMS · 05-07-07, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by dpz301

this could be interesting and i liked the first one. suprised by the additional of helen mirren if you ask me. probably a decent chance of a good turnout with families since it's coming out around the holidays.

The Christmas release schedule looks pretty small right now so this should be the definite blockbuster for that time.

Deftones · 05-07-07, 02:19 PM

The only reason Coppola got that job is Turteltaub is exec. producer on Jericho.

devilshalo · 05-07-07, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Deftones

The only reason Coppola got that job is Turteltaub is exec. producer on Jericho.

Also, is she and Cage related?

matome · 05-07-07, 02:36 PM

According to IMDB there is no relationship with THOSE Coppolas, so there's no relationship with Cage. She is a cousin to producer Denise DiNovi, though, who is pretty big in the field.

Deftones · 05-07-07, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by devilshalo

Also, is she and Cage related?

Nope. No relations to the major Coppola family.

RocShemp · 05-07-07, 10:26 PM

Sounds great with new plot, keeping most of the core cast from the first, and the addition of Helen Mirren and Ed Harris.

Though I really wish Sean Bean returned or at least had a cameo.

Mr. Cinema · 05-07-07, 10:32 PM

I love Helen Mirren. And I really enjoy films when Ed Harris is the bad guy. Especially in "A History of Violence".

Mr. Cinema · 05-07-07, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by NitroJMS

The Christmas release schedule looks pretty small right now so this should be the definite blockbuster for that time.

This and Fred Claus are the only 2 movies I can think of that could be blockbusters this holiday season.

Daytripper · 05-07-07, 11:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. Cinema

This and Fred Claus are the only 2 movies I can think of that could be blockbusters this holiday season.

"Fred Claus"? You're right. It probably will make a fortune. But God I hope not. I know the only trailer only available now is just a teaser, but man was that painful for me. If it is a hit, you can count on a sequel or two. Like "The Santa Clause". By the way, not to derailed the subject, what are the other Christmas releases?

Mirren added to the cast of "National Treasure 2" is a classy touch. Like Cate Blanchett in the fourth "Indiana Jones".

Defiant1 · 05-07-07, 11:32 PM

Nicolas Cage as the hero and Ed Harris as the villain? Is this National Treasure 2 or The Rock 2?

tronmaster · 05-08-07, 03:08 PM

I'm looking forward to this maybe Disney can do a nice National Treasure 2-dvd set? Glad that Diane Kruger will be playing Abigail Chase again. I hate movie sequels that give some stupid reason why "the girl" doesn't show up in the sequel besides the plot being stupid. Can't wait!

Lunatikk · 05-08-07, 03:14 PM

I liked the first National Treasure despite Nic Cage being in it, since Sean Bean was great. Unfortunately I don't hold out much hope for this sequel.

Yavin · 05-25-07, 03:19 PM

The new teaser trailer can be seen here.

TheNightFlier · 05-25-07, 04:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yavin

The new teaser trailer can be seen here.

Nice to see all of the cast back. I enjoyed the first one, I'll catch this when it comes out.

Superman07 · 05-26-07, 10:58 AM

Trailer looks good! I was affraid it was going to have a forced feel to it (let's make a sequel because the first was successful), but it doesn't feel that way at all.

I was pleasantly surprised by the first - saw it on the plane a few years back. This looks like it will be just as good.

Is the writer the same?

bigsoos · 05-26-07, 11:13 AM

Loved the first one, can't wait for this one to come out.

Diane Kruger

RoboDad · 05-26-07, 12:11 PM

I loved the first movie, and this trailer looks really good. I'll definitely be there.

Rammsteinfan · 05-26-07, 12:37 PM

Nice. Loved the first movie, it was a great adventure film. Looking forward to this one. Thanks for the link.

rexinnih · 05-26-07, 02:53 PM

Enjoyed the first one. Looking forward to this one.

toddly6666 · 05-26-07, 07:49 PM

It sounds like The Rock 2...I think I'll skip this and just watch The Rock instead again.

03-28-07, 07:28 PM	#1
TheMovieman DVD Talk Platinum Edition Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Oregon Posts: 3,973	National Treasure 2 I did a search (regular and advanced) and didn't find a topic for this, so if I missed it... oops. Anyway, this is set for release on December 21 (according to IMDb) and returns the original cast: Nicolas Cage, Diane Kruger , Jon Voight, Harvey Keitel and Justin Bartha plus Helen Mirren (as Cage's mum) and Ed Harris as the new villain (this is according to Comingsoon.net: http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=19602). Last edited by TheMovieman; 03-29-07 at 02:51 AM.

03-28-07, 08:05 PM	#2
dpz301 DVD Talk Special Edition Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: maryland Posts: 1,857	this could be interesting and i liked the first one. suprised by the additional of helen mirren if you ask me. probably a decent chance of a good turnout with families since it's coming out around the holidays. __________________ - zack the collection \| 500th DVD - Your Host, Walt Disney - Walt Disney Treasures Last edited by dpz301; 03-28-07 at 08:10 PM.

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matome DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Oct 1999 Location: NY Posts: 11,871	I enjoyed the first one, so I'm looking forward to this especially with all the cast back. __________________ DVD/Blu-Ray/HD-DVD \| Blu-Ray only \| Laserdisc I'm not Blockbuster

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devilshalo DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Somewhere between Heaven and Hell Posts: 19,645	More casting news: Gretsch Joel Gretsch ("The 4400") has joined the cast of Disney's "National Treasure: Book of Secrets." Jon Turteltaub directs the sequel, which stars Nicolas Cage and Helen Mirren. Gretsch's credits include "The Legend of Bagger Vance." Alicia Coppola ("Jericho") has booked a co-starring role in Disney's "National Treasure: Book of Secrets." She'll play Agent Dawes. The film is being directed and produced by Jon Turteltaub. Cast includes Nicolas Cage and Helen Mirren. Old relevant news: Mirren joining 'Treasure' hunt Actress to co-star in 'Secrets' By PAMELA MCCLINTOCK Mirren Oscar winner Helen Mirren is leaving behind the royals for Disney's action-adventure sequel "National Treasure: The Book of Secrets," now filming. Ed Harris is also a new addition to the cast, led by Nicolas Cage, who reprises his role as the treasure-hunting Ben Gates. Jerry Bruckheimer Films is producing. Studio will release the pic Dec. 21. Mirren will play Emily Appleton, Gates' mother. Harris plays the villain. Sequel takes up as Cage's character tries to clear his family name from being implicated in the murder of Abraham Lincoln, sending him on a global adventure that includes finding a missing treasure. Pic is being shot in Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., London and Paris. In addition to Cage, sequel reunites director Jon Turteltaub with thesps Diane Kruger, who reprises the role of Abigail Chase, and Justin Bartha, who once again plays sidekick Riley Poole. Jon Voight and Harvey Keitel are also returning. Last month, Mirren picked up the Academy Award for actress for her performance in "The Queen." Mirren and Harris are repped by Creative Artists Agency. __________________ I get paid to talk. I don't have an M.D. or Law Degree. I have a bachelors in kickin' ass and taking names. You know that guy who can pick up any girl? I'm him... on crack. - Nick Naylor XBox Live Gamertag: DevHalo Last edited by devilshalo; 05-07-07 at 02:06 PM.

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03-28-07, 08:09 PM	#4
BMan100 Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 178	It took me a long while to watch the first "National Treasure", it was actually this January when I watched it and I enjoyed it--it was a great fun film, just bought the DVD shortly after I saw it. Plus, Diane Kruger is nice to look at I'll see the sequel

05-07-07, 02:36 PM	#9
matome DVD Talk Legend Join Date: Oct 1999 Location: NY Posts: 11,871	According to IMDB there is no relationship with THOSE Coppolas, so there's no relationship with Cage. She is a cousin to producer Denise DiNovi, though, who is pretty big in the field. __________________ DVD/Blu-Ray/HD-DVD \| Blu-Ray only \| Laserdisc I'm not Blockbuster

05-07-07, 10:26 PM	#11
RocShemp DVD Talk Hall of Fame Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 7,816	Sounds great with new plot, keeping most of the core cast from the first, and the addition of Helen Mirren and Ed Harris. Though I really wish Sean Bean returned or at least had a cameo. __________________ So there's simultaneously a super secret team of giant robots and a super secret team of technologically enhanced super soldiers, and neither team knows about the other? The governments in these movies must be far more effective than our actual government. Well, damn it, I want some realism and mature adult themes in my giant robot and super soldier movies! - Suprmallet

05-07-07, 10:32 PM	#12
Mr. Cinema Guest Join Date: Oct 1999 Posts: 11,950	I love Helen Mirren. And I really enjoy films when Ed Harris is the bad guy. Especially in "A History of Violence".

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Defiant1 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Posts: 425	Nicolas Cage as the hero and Ed Harris as the villain? Is this National Treasure 2 or The Rock 2? __________________ "In war, the law falls silent."

05-08-07, 03:08 PM	#16
tronmaster Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Honolulu Posts: 284	I'm looking forward to this maybe Disney can do a nice National Treasure 2-dvd set? Glad that Diane Kruger will be playing Abigail Chase again. I hate movie sequels that give some stupid reason why "the girl" doesn't show up in the sequel besides the plot being stupid. Can't wait!

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Lunatikk DVD Talk Limited Edition Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: My Car Posts: 6,222	I liked the first National Treasure despite Nic Cage being in it, since Sean Bean was great. Unfortunately I don't hold out much hope for this sequel.

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Yavin DVD Talk Gold Edition Join Date: May 2007 Location: The Phantom Zone Posts: 2,003	The new teaser trailer can be seen here.

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Superman07 DVD Talk Platinum Edition Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 3,861	Trailer looks good! I was affraid it was going to have a forced feel to it (let's make a sequel because the first was successful), but it doesn't feel that way at all. I was pleasantly surprised by the first - saw it on the plane a few years back. This looks like it will be just as good. Is the writer the same? __________________ "Chuck me!" "Hey, I'm Eddie. How do you like me so far?" - Keen Eddie I've seen him. He's like fire, and ice, and rage. Like the night, and the storm in the heart of the sun. He's ancient and forever. He burns at the center of time and sees the turn of the univrse.

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05-26-07, 07:49 PM	#25
toddly6666 DVD Talk Ultimate Edition Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 4,133	It sounds like The Rock 2...I think I'll skip this and just watch The Rock instead again.