Jon Turteltaub Confirms Third NATIONAL TREASURE Film Has Approved Script
The director says the long-awaited follow-up finally has a greenlit screenplay.
Director Jon Turteltaub appeared on TODAY to confirm that a third installment of National Treasure is officially moving forward, revealing that the project now has an approved script. The announcement comes more than two decades after the original film first captivated audiences, reigniting interest in the long-dormant franchise.
Turteltaub's confirmation marks the most concrete update yet on the future of the series, which has remained a fan favorite since its debut on the big screen.
While details on casting, plot, or a release timeline were not discussed in the segment, the confirmation of an approved script suggests the project has passed a significant hurdle after years of speculation about a potential sequel. Fans of the franchise have long awaited word on whether the treasure-hunting story would continue.
The TODAY segment offered no further specifics beyond Turteltaub's confirmation, leaving audiences to wait for additional announcements regarding cast and production plans as the project develops.
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