Immortality’s complicated: What to expect from ‘The Old Guard 2’

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Charlize Theron is back, but not unbreakable in The Old Guard 2. Image: Netflix

Netflix’s immortal warriors are back! The Old Guard 2 is set to premiere on 2 July 2025, bringing Charlize Theron’s Andy and her team into a new era of high-stakes action.

What’s new in The Old Guard 2?

Directed by Victoria Mahoney, the sequel continues the saga of Andy, who now faces battles without her former immortality.

The team reunites to confront Quynh (Veronica Ngô), a former ally seeking vengeance after centuries of imprisonment.

The cast sees the return of KiKi Layne as Nile, Marwan Kenzari as Joe, Luca Marinelli as Nicky, Matthias Schoenaerts as Booker, and Chiwetel Ejiofor as James Copley.

New additions include Uma Thurman and Henry Golding, with Golding portraying Tuah, an enigmatic figure researching the immortals’ powers.

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The film, based on the graphic novel by Greg Rucka and Leandro Fernández, promises to deliver intense action sequences and deeper character development.

Watch The Old Guard sneak peek:

Theron has expressed enthusiasm about the sequel, highlighting the evolved dynamics and heightened stakes. ​

Meanwhile, Mahoney describes The Old Guard as “this beautiful array of characters that had a global sense of appeal with this fusion of drama and action.”

“I couldn’t believe this calibre of actors in one bundle. I wanted desperately to explore their ability to chase story beats inside of action beats.”

We can’t wait to see the end result!

Release details

The Old Guard 2 will be available for streaming on Netflix starting 2 July 2025.

Fans can anticipate a blend of thrilling action and emotional depth as the story of these immortal warriors unfolds further.​

Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches.

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