Sicario 3 Will Reunite Emily Blunt With Benicio del Toro and Josh Brolin

Sicario 3 is reportedly in development, with a trio of stars set to reprise their roles from the previous installments. Deadline reports that Emily Blunt, Josh Brolin, and Benicio del Toro have all signed on to return for the new film. Although rumors of a third Sicario have been circulating for years, recent activity suggests the project is gaining traction.

Josh Brolin confirmed earlier this summer that Sicario 3 was imminent, though no further details were provided. The film is now set to be directed by Padraic McKinley, who previously directed the drama The Weight. McKinley, an editor-turned-director, will also be working from a script penned by Steven Knight, known for his work on Peaky Blinders and the upcoming James Bond film.

The three actors were reportedly impressed with the script and all gave it their approval after reading it. The project is currently being edited, incorporating feedback from the cast members. Potential directors were interviewed before McKinley was ultimately chosen. As of now, the team is exploring various studios to distribute the film.

It's unclear whether Taylor Sheridan, who wrote the first two Sicario movies, will return, though he is expected to remain a producer. Sheridan's busy schedule with TV shows and films, including a Call of Duty movie, may have precluded him from writing again. Emily Blunt's return is particularly notable, as she was absent from the second Sicario movie.

Her character's arc seemed to be complete, leading to her absence; however, some fans felt her exclusion made the sequel feel more like a standard action film. Having Blunt back could enrich Sicario 3, addressing fan concerns. The film does not yet have a release date, but it seems development is progressing at a swift pace.