Now, brace yourselves for Blade Runner 2099, a spin-off unfolding decades after the second film. Announced in 2022, the project went silent for a while, leaving fans in anticipation. But the wait is over! Filming has officially wrapped up. Shot in the Czech Republic and Spain, production faced delays due to the writers' strike and a change in filming location. With filming complete, excitement is building for this latest installment.
The narrative takes place approximately 50 years after the events of the second film, which featured Ryan Gosling. Michelle Yeoh takes on the role of Olwen, a Replicant approaching the end of her lifespan, while Hunter Schafer portrays Cora, a chameleon on the run, constantly changing identities to survive. Their paths intertwine as they become embroiled in a conspiracy with far-reaching consequences.
This new series delves deeper into the intricacies of a technology-dominated world, exploring existential themes and providing a fresh lens on the Blade Runner universe. The storyline examines the complex relationship between humans and Replicants, focusing on their emotional journeys and unique challenges. Executive producer Michael Green assures fans that the script holds great promise.
Production details remain limited, but it's confirmed that the series will consist of ten episodes. Jonathan van Tulleken, renowned for his work on the Emmy-winning and Golden Globe-nominated 2025 series Shōgun, will direct the first two episodes. Ridley Scott's involvement as executive producer guarantees adherence to the original films' tone and aesthetic, ensuring the series remains true to the Blade Runner universe. Scott has revealed that Aldous Huxley's Brave New World served as a significant inspiration for the series.
The cast introduces new characters, with the possibility of cameos from familiar faces through flashbacks, although this remains unconfirmed. Joining Oscar-winner Yeoh and Schafer are Dimitri Abold, Lewis Gribben, Katelyn Rose Downey, Daniel Rigby, Tom Burke, Johnny Harris, Amy Lennox, Sheila Atim, Matthew Needham, and Maurizio Lombardi.
Blade Runner 2099 is slated to premiere on Amazon Prime Video sometime in 2025.
