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Vin Diesel’s passion for sequels and franchises knows no bounds. With a filmography that spans 19 features, two short films, four TV shows, a quartet of video games, and a pair of theme park attractions, it’s evident that Diesel has a deep affinity for established intellectual properties. From his breakthrough in “Pitch Black” and “The Fast and the Furious,” Diesel has become synonymous with iconic characters like Dominic Toretto, Richard B. Riddick, Xander Cage, and Groot.
Despite the lackluster performance of “The Last Witch Hunter” at the box office and its unfavorable reception from critics, Vin Diesel remains committed to expanding the IP. While the film only made $147 million on a $90 million budget and garnered an 18 percent Rotten Tomatoes score, Diesel continues to hint at future plans for the franchise.
However, it begs the question: do audiences really want to see Diesel return as the titular hero in another supernatural adventure? The previous installment received a negative response from both critics and viewers, making it difficult to justify revisiting the franchise.
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