The wait is over, Disney+ has greenlit a National Treasure series, from producer Jerry Bruckheimer and Cormac and Marianne Wibberley, who co-wrote the films’ screenplays.
Written by the Wibberleys and to be directed by Mira Nair, the series explores the timely issues of identity, community, historical authorship and patriotism, told from the point of view of Jess Morales, a twenty-year-old DREAMer who, with her diverse group of friends, sets off on the adventure of a lifetime to uncover her mysterious family history and recover lost treasure.
Jess Morales will take the torch from Benjamin Gates, National Treasure’s film protagonist portrayed by Nicolas Cage. Casting for the series is yet to be announced, we’ll keep you up to date as more details are announced.
A third National Treasure film with the original cast is reportedly in the works, more details as they are announced, keep an eye on our site!
