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Code 8: Part IIis gearing up for a release on Netflix, and sees the return of Robbie Amell and Stephen Amell to lead the cast. The film is a sequel to the 2019 feature filmCode 8, which itself was based on a short film of the same name. While promoting the movie, formerArrowstar Stephen Amell spoke about the upcoming film.
Amell is best known for his work as Oliver Queen / Green Arrow in The CW’sArrow. However, it seems unlikely that Amell would reprise the role in James Gunn’s rebooted DCU. Nonetheless, Amell is already planning on having one superhero franchise in his filmography at least for the foreseeable future. Here is what Amell said about the future ofCode 8.
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Stephen Amell Talks Wanting to MakeCode 8a Trilogy
Code 8started off as a science-fiction short film produced by cousinsStephen Amelland Robbie Amell. The short film was turned into a feature film with superhero elements with the Amells playing the lead roles. It was distributed digitally by Netflix. A sequel was announced in 2021 and is set to debut directly on Netflix.
While promotingCode 8: Part II, Smell spoke with ABC Audio (viaWillmar Radio) and shared his feelings on what started as a short film becoming a franchise. Amell thanked fans for their support and praised them for taking ownership of the first movie.
“If they supported the first movie, they still feel like they have ownership in the second movie. So then hopefully we can make a third.”
Amell’s words hint that there are at least preliminary plans to expandCode 8into a trilogy. However, the chances of a third installment getting greenlit will hinge on the audience’s reaction to the sequel. As a result, ifCode 8: Part IIproves to be a success, a third film to complete the trilogy could materialize sometime in the future.
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While Amell seems dedicated to completing theCode 8trilogy, he has also spoken up about potentially returning to another superhero franchise after playing the role of Oliver Queen / GreenArrowon television for a decade.
Amell first played the role in 2012, asArrowwent on to start an interconnected franchise of DC properties. He most recently reprised the role in the final season ofThe Flash, which concluded in May last year.
When Amell was asked whether he would return to play Green Arrow inJames Gunn‘s newly rebooted DCU, Amell did not close the door on the possibility. However, Amell stated that he would only be willing to return after he had seen some footage from the franchise before committing to it.
“I think it would be really helpful to maybe see like a frame of footage from one of the movies before I decide if I want to be a part of it.”
Amell stated the above during a conversation withMovieWeb. He also added that he would be fine if James Gunn decided not to call him up for the part. Considering Gunn hasn’t been eager to bring back any of the actors from previous iterations of the DC Universe for his new franchise, it seems unlikely that Amell would be asked to return.
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At the same time, Amell was recentlycastin an LA-based spin-off ofSuits. Hence, it seems like the days of wielding a bow and arrow and fighting crime are behind Amell. However, Amell still has theCode 8franchise to return to if he feels the need to jump back into the science-fiction and superhero genres.
Code 8is streaming on Netflix whileCode 8: Part IIdebuts on June 13, 2025.
Pratik Handore
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With a keen interest in comic book movies and blockbuster franchises, Pratik usually covers news and updates on the DCU, MCU, Star Wars, and more.A die-hard fan of George Lucas and Steven Spielberg, Pratik spends most of his time exploring different storytelling mediums that invoke a sense of wonder and adventure. Other filmmakers whose works have deeply influenced him include Alfred Hitchcock, James Gunn, and Guillermo del Toro.
