The sequel gets a greenlight at Universal.
For those of you who thought 2014 was a terrific year for comedies, get in line. From 22 Jump Street, to Ride Along and the underappreciated Sex Tape, last year was one of the most memorable. Of the most successful and well received was Universal's Neighbors, which starred Seth Rogan and Rose Byrne as post-party people having to deal with a fraternity lead by Zac Efron and Dave Franco. The comedy made over $150m domestically and nearly $270m worldwide.
And while it was sure to get a sequel, no one knew quite when. Until today. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Universal has made it official with a May 13. 2016 release date and a promise that both Efforn and Byrne will return with Nicholas Stoller directing once again. The studio was apparently holding that date for another comedy but replaced it with Neighbors 2. The move makes great financial sense, as the original only cost $18m to make, representing a huge win for Universal.
It was also announced that Writers Andrew Jay Cohen and Brendan O'Brien - who wrote the original - would also be coming back. Universal Studios is prepping for a summertime shoot and is also planning to bring Seth Rogan back, who played Byrne's husband and who battled Efron with large dildos during their memorable finale.
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Source: The Hollywood Reporter
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