Sony Pictures has just decided that it’s time to squeeze more money out of a classic. That’s right, folks; a sequel to Blue Streak—the 1999 comedic masterpiece featuring Martin Lawrence as a thief with a can-do attitude (and one very misplaced diamond)—is officially in the pipeline. Who knew treasure hunting could lead to such lucrative undertakings?
The sequel is currently in early development, which, like “early morning,” means anything can happen—like no director or additional cast members being announced yet. However, rumor has it that Lawrence himself will be producing the film, likely from a very comfortable chair made of gold just to remind him how fine things have turned out since the 90s.
As for whether Lawrence will reprise his charming role as Miles, let’s just say there’s no confirmed news, which translates to “We’d be really surprised if he didn’t.” After all, it’s not like anyone else is clamoring to play a character in a comedy about theft and deception—unless you’re auditioning for reality TV.
The screenplay will be penned by Cole Maliska, whose previous achievements consist of writing for shows like Quantico and Chicago P.D.. Clearly, he’s got a firm grip on the suspenseful moments in life—perfect for a film that thrives on comedic hijinks and case-of-the-week shenanigans.
Reportedly, Lawrence is producing the sequel through his production company, Run Tel Dat. Yes, that’s the name of his production company—proof that he clearly has a great sense of humor, or he just really likes to run with the jokes. Joining him are a variety of producers including Robert Lawrence, Rae Proctor, Stacy Lyles, and Toby Jaffe from RDV Films. Because why stop at just one producer when you can make it a group therapy session?
The original Blue Streak struck gold back in ’99, raking in over $117 million at the worldwide box office from a budget that was a mere $65 million. This means they made a profit larger than some countries’ GDPs—small wonders, indeed! Don’t ask what happened to that diamond, though; that’s another film entirely.
Interestingly enough, this sequel news comes on the heels of Lawrence’s recent success with Bad Boys: Ride or Die, a film that grossed about $404 million globally. Clearly, Martin Lawrence may just be the modern-day Robin Hood—except without the archery skills, and we’re still waiting for him to donate some of that cash back to society.
To further entertain you, Lawrence is currently on his “You All Know What It Is” comedy tour, set to run until at least April 2025. So, in short, expect plenty of laughs, a hefty dose of nostalgia, and perhaps a sassy comment or two about how diamonds are a thief’s best friend.
So, as we look forward to the reunion of Miles and whatever mischief he’s up to next, let’s reminisce about the original film and remember: sometimes, things that are stolen are better just left lying around—at least until it’s time for a sequel.
