After the release of Jackpot, viewers are wondering if Jackpot 2 is in the works. The action-comedy film, directed by Paul Feig, stars John Cena, Awkwafina and Simu Liu. The film has received mixed reviews from critics, while the audience response is yet to be assessed. However, speculation about a sequel to Jackpot is already rife, with the director even announcing an appearance by Jason Statham.

Below, you'll find everything you need to know about the potential of Jackpot 2 and what Paul Feig shared about the sequel.

Paul Feig, known for films such as Bridesmaids (2011) and Ghostbusters (2016), indicated in a recent interview that action film star Jason Statham could possibly appear in the intended Jackpot 2. However, the project has not yet been officially greenlit.

During the red carpet event for Jackpot , Feig was asked by The Direct if he would survive if the people of Los Angeles came to get him after he won the lottery in the film. In response, he listed the names of the people he would call for help. "I'll call John Cena or Simu Liu or Jason Statham and say, 'Help,'" Feig joked. When the outlet pointed out that Statham was not part of the Jackpot cast, he added, "There's always a sequel."