Sicario 3 Is Finally Happening With Original Cast Returning

The long-awaited return of the Sicario franchise is finally taking shape. In an exclusive report published by Deadline in early October, the outlet revealed that the gritty world of Sicario is set to return for another installment. Josh Brolin, Benicio del Toro, and Emily Blunt are reportedly set to reprise their roles, with Black Label Media and Thunder Road producing the upcoming film.

Padraic McKinley, best known for his work on the television series Kingdom, is set to direct, while Steven Knight will write the screenplay. Although the returning cast and creative team are beginning to take shape, details surrounding the film’s plot remain tightly under wraps.

The Sicario Series

The Franchise’s Origins: The Sicario franchise was created by Taylor Sheridan, who has since become widely known for the Yellowstone television universe and its numerous spin-offs.

The Creative Team: Sheridan wrote the screenplays for both films. Denis Villeneuve directed the original Sicario in 2015, while Stefano Sollima took over directing duties for the 2018 sequel, Sicario: Day of the Soldado.

Critical and Audience Reception: Both films found an audience among critics and moviegoers, although the original received stronger reviews. Sicario holds Rotten Tomatoes scores of 91% from critics and 85% from audiences, while Sicario: Day of the Soldado received scores of 61% and 62%, respectively.

Over the years, the franchise has continued to attract interest, with the original Sicario often regarded as a modern classic in the crime-thriller genre. The sequel did not reach the same heights as its predecessor, but it maintained enough interest in the franchise to leave fans wanting a third installment.

The Road to Sicario 3

Getting the third film off the ground has taken years. According to Deadline, Black Label Media and Thunder Road began searching for a director, meeting with multiple candidates before ultimately selecting McKinley. The producers were reportedly impressed by his work, which helped secure him the role. 

McKinley and Knight are now working on the screenplay, incorporating feedback from the returning cast. Production is reportedly expected to begin in early 2027, although the film’s plot and further production details have yet to be revealed. 

The Bottom Line

For fans who have spent nearly a decade wondering whether they would ever return to the world of Sheridan’s Sicario, the answer is finally here: a third film is moving forward.

Now, the question is where the story will take Macer, Graver, and Alejandro. With Emily Blunt, Josh Brolin, and Benicio del Toro returning, the film has an opportunity to bring these characters together again while exploring new dimensions of their complicated world.

However, the creative team faces a significant challenge. The original Sicario established a high bar with its tense atmosphere, moral complexity, and carefully developed characters. 

The third installment will need to capture those qualities while offering something new rather than simply revisiting familiar ground.

With a new director and screenwriter taking the lead, the next chapter could bring a fresh perspective to the franchise. Whether it can match the original’s impact remains to be seen.

For now, fans all they can do is hurry up and wait and see how it all plays out. Stay tuned to The Loadout Magazine for updates as Sicario 3 moves closer to production.