Recently, there have been rumors that The Longest Yard 2 will be released in 2025. However, according to reputable sources such as IMDb, Dark Horizons, and Deadline, Paramount Pictures is actually developing a new remake of The Longest Yard, not a sequel in the series.

This remake is co-produced with Gunpowder & Sky, with a script by Rodney Barnes – a talented screenwriter, familiar with hit series such as Winning Time, The Boondocks, and American Gods.

It is important to note that this is not a sequel to Paul Crewe (the character played by Adam Sandler in the 2005 version). Instead, this is a completely independent story, told from a new perspective, possibly with a different cast and style. Old characters like Gabriel Sandler will not appear in this version.

If you love The Longest Yard franchise
Keep an eye out for the remake project that is currently in development by Paramount and Gunpowder & Sky. Don’t confuse it with a sequel, as the latter has yet to be announced or confirmed.

Remake: In development, with a script by Rodney Barnes, a collaboration between Gunpowder & Sky and Paramount.

Sequel: No evidence, trailer or official announcement from the studio.

Remake plot theories
New story, new characters
Unlike the original and 2005, the remake project could focus on a completely new group of prisoners or characters in the prison, unrelated to Paul Crewe. They will face new challenges when they have to play rugby in the harsh context of prison life.

More modern and diverse style
With Rodney Barnes – who has experience writing for multi-dimensional series like The Boondocks, the script can explore more social factors such as racism, corruption in the prison system, or the deep personal stories of each character. Remake can aim for a new, more modern and deeper perspective than previous versions.

Humor and balanced action

Keeping the humorous and fun spirit that is the strength of The Longest Yard, but can add more eye-catching and dramatic action scenes, to attract young audiences and loyal fans.

Message of solidarity and desire for freedom
The plot will still revolve around the idea of ​​solidarity of people abandoned by society, sharing the goal of overcoming difficulties, fighting to regain freedom both physically and mentally.

The Longest Yard 2 (2025)