"The Social Network" took 2010 by storm and is considered one of the best films of the 21st century.
The film tells the story of the creation of Facebook, through the eyes and eyewitness accounts of some of the most important figures in the story. Co-founder and eventual tech billionaire Mark Zuckerberg is at the heart of the story, and he was portrayed by Jesse Eisenberg in the original film.
A sequel is set, and fans want to know if Eisenberg will be back to play an updated version of the character he portrayed.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Eisenberg will not return to play Zuckerberg in the sequel.
Jesse Eisenberg has decided to not return as Mark Zuckerberg in Aaron Sorkin’s ‘THE SOCIAL NETWORK 2’
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Reports from Deadline and other outlets suggest that Jeremy Strong - who played Kendall Roy in "Succession" could take the role. Strong would join some of his other "Succession" cast-mates who have parlayed their success on the show in to larger roles and better opportunities.
If Strong takes the role, he could be joined by some elite company. Jeremy Allen White of "The Bear" is also interested in the project, as is recent Oscar winner Mikey Madison.
The original film was directed by David Fincher, while the new movie will be overseen by Aaron Sorkin. Sorkin is best known for "The West Wing," and will be writing and directing the "Social Network" sequel.
It's unclear what exactly the new film will cover when it comes to the story of Facebook, but there's a lot of real-life material to draw from. The world is a much different place than it was 15 years ago, and Facebook and other social media platforms have been a major part of that shift.
Zuckerberg has seen the effects of the growth of social media as the leader of one of its most prominent platforms. Relationships have started and ended on Facebook, and posts have real tangible meanings in some people's lives.
This phenomenon was briefly addressed in the first film, but it's reasonable to assume that the fallout from Facebook's last decade and a half will be addressed.
As for Eisenberg, he recently directed and wrote "A Real Pain," which earned four Golden Globe nominations. The "Succession" cast was once again at the center, as Kieran Culkin won for Best Supporting Actor.
With a top director and one of the most compelling stories of our time, we'll see what direction the team chooses to go with.
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