The 2003 action-thriller remake The Italian Job, which famously paired Mark Wahlberg and Jason Statham, is set to arrive on a new streaming platform this fall. Paramount+ will host the 111-minute heist film starting November 1, 2026, marking a renewed spotlight for the title just as long-dormant plans for a sequel begin to materialize at the studio.
After more than two decades of speculation regarding a follow-up, Paramount is reportedly in early discussions with director Paul Feig to helm a sequel. Feig, the filmmaker behind hits such as Bridesmaids, A Simple Favor, and The Housemaid, would step into a franchise that has remained inactive since the remake’s successful theatrical run. While the project is in the initial stages of development, the prospect of a sequel ends years of waiting for a property that was once considered a prime candidate for a franchise after its box office success.
The 2003 film, directed by F. Gary Gray, was a reimagining of the 1969 British classic of the same name. It featured Wahlberg as master thief Charlie Croker, who assembles a specialized crew to execute a daring gold heist in Venice, Italy. The narrative centered on a high-stakes betrayal by one of their own, Steve Frazelli, played by Edward Norton, which prompted Croker to orchestrate an elaborate revenge plot in Los Angeles. The film was noted for its high-octane sequences, most notably the high-speed chases involving customized Mini Coopers that became the production’s signature.
The ensemble cast was a significant factor in the film’s enduring popularity. Alongside Wahlberg, Jason Statham played the role of “Handsome Rob,” the team’s expert wheelman. The cast also featured Charlize Theron as Stella Bridger, an expert safecracker and the daughter of Charlie’s mentor, John Bridger, played by Donald Sutherland. This lineup helped the film achieve a massive financial return, earning $173 million at the global box office against a production budget of approximately $60 million.
Critically, the remake carved out its own space despite comparisons to the beloved 1969 original. The 2003 version holds a 72% approval rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, while audiences gave it a higher score of 80%. While these figures sit slightly below the original film’s scores—which boast 82% from critics and 85% from audiences—the remake was widely praised as a polished action-comedy with a compelling cast.
Details regarding the upcoming sequel remain sparse. As the project is in the early development phase, Paramount has not yet released a plot synopsis or confirmed if any members of the original 2003 cast will return to their roles. The transition to Paramount+ for the existing film provides a platform for audiences to revisit the story before any further announcements are made regarding the timeline or casting for the Paul Feig-led project.
