Tom Hardy, the star of Mad Max: Fury Road, recently talked about the possibility of coming back to the Mad Max series.
In the 2015 movie directed by George Miller, Hardy assumed the legendary character Max Rockatansky, previously portrayed by Mel Gibson. The film was highly praised, leading to speculation about a possible sequel and prequel.
Speculations about a follow-up film: Mad Max: The Wasteland.
After the success of Fury Road, rumors spread about a follow-up called Mad Max: The Wasteland, in which Hardy would once again play the lead role. Nevertheless, Hardy has reportedly informed Forbes that he does not believe the sequel will materialize.
George Miller discusses the Dynamics of the Cast
George Miller, the director, discussed the relationship during filming between Hardy and co-star Charlize Theron. He characterized Hardy as having a complicated personality that needed encouragement to leave his trailer, while Theron, with her strict dance experience, was always on time and prepared. Miller noted that the tension on set reflected the dynamics of their characters, which improved their performances. Nevertheless, he stressed that exceptional performances should not excuse disruptive conduct.
The direction of the Mad Max series in the future.
Miller is currently developing a prequel called Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, which delves into the backstory of Theron’s character. As the prequel is being developed, the fate of Mad Max: The Wasteland is still unknown. Miller is adopting a wait-and-see stance when it comes to the potential of the sequel.
Summary
Recent statements made by Tom Hardy suggest that he might not come back for another Mad Max movie. Yet, thanks to George Miller’s continued efforts on the Furiosa prequel, the franchise remains prosperous. Fans will need to continue watching to see how the Mad Max story progresses.