Nine years ago, the originalBournetrilogy wrapped up with the blockbuster action classicThe Bourne Ultimatum. In the years since then,Matt Damonand directorPaul Greengrasshad insisted that they would only come back if the story is right, and after an excruciating wait, this action-packed franchise will continue whenJason Bournehits theaters on July 29. As we get closer and closer to this long-awaited release, Universal Pictures has debuted a TV spot and a poster.
The TV spot, which surfaced onTwitter, teases thatMatt Damon’sJason Bournehas been busy in the nine years sinceThe Bourne Ultimatum, keeping himself in shape by participating in underground street fights. We also get a glimpse atTommy Lee Jones' Robert Dewey, who tries to convince Bourne to come in. If that wasn’t enough, we also have a new poster, which gives us a new look atAlicia Vikander’s character.
Matt Damonreturns to his most iconic role inBourne 5.Paul Greengrass, the director ofThe Bourne SupremacyandThe Bourne Ultimatum, once again joinsDamonfor the next chapter of Universal Pictures’Bourne franchise, which finds the CIA’s most lethal former operative drawn out of the shadows. ForJason Bourne,Damonis joined byAlicia Vikander,Vincent CasselandTommy Lee Jones.Julia Stilesis back to reprise her role in the series.
Matt Damonpreviously revealed that thetitle characteris “in a really dark place,” at the start of this movie, and he uses these brutal street fights to deal with all the thoughts in his head. DirectorPaul Greengrasshas also teased in the past that there is a reason the CIA wants him to come back, which is quite clear in this TV spot, although the motives for bringing Bourne in remain to be seen. This sequel was shot all over the world including locations in Greece, Europe and Las Vegas.
The supporting cast also includesJulia Stiles, returning from the original trilogy as Nikki, along withVincent Cassel,Riz Ahmed,Neve Gachev,Ato Essandoh,Scott ShepherdandMarla Aaron Wapner.Paul Greengrassis directing from a script he co-wrote withChristopher Rouse, based on characters created by authorRobert Ludlum. This action-thriller will be going up against STX Entertainment’sBad Momswhen it hits theaters on July 29. Take a look at the new footage and poster below, and stay tuned for more fromJason Bourne.
