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Mel Gibson has been working in the industry for many years now and has starred in many memorable films that have become classics. In addition to being a versatile actor, Gibson has shown his capabilities as a director with films likeBraveheart, The Passion of the Christ, Apocalypto,andHacksaw Ridge.
Gibson is most popularly known for playing Max Rockatansky in theMad Maxfranchise and Martin Riggs in theLethal Weaponfilms. A fifthLethal Weaponfilm has been in development for many years. Gibson has now taken on the responsibility to take over what Donner created with the franchise and will be directingLethal Weapon 5.
Mel Gibson ConfirmsLethal Weapon 5And Will Be Taking Over The Director’s Chair
Mel Gibsonand Danny Glover starred as Martin Riggs and Roger Murtaugh in theLethal Weaponfranchise. The first three films were highly successful commercially while the fourth film did not perform as well as the three (all films combined grossing $952 million viaThe Numbers). Richard Donner and the two stars had planned for a fifth film for many years.
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Unfortunately, Donner passed away in 2021 in the middle of scripting the film. There was no update about the fifth film for quite a while, but recently, Gibson has given great news about the film. In an appearance on theAn Experience Withpodcast with Steven Oxley, the actor/filmmaker confirmed that he will be directing the fifth film and will carry on the legacy of his friend Donner.
Fans onXwere ecstatic with the news and the imminent reunion of Gibson and Glover back in their iconic roles. In an unpredictable environment in Hollywood and with franchises becoming stale, fans believe that this is the right direction for the beloved franchise. Here are some of the reactions,
If Gibson is directing…
I’m in.pic.twitter.com/EKgMW1G4m4
— CINETRON (@CINETRONN)June 19, 2025
We will be there!pic.twitter.com/yHas6Xtis4
— Alex (@UnitedAlex7)August 06, 2025
Hollywood getting one right finally
— Justin (@Justin__NC)July 02, 2025
Wow, some actual good news finally coming out of Hollywood! 😁
— Thor Odinson (@Thor_Odinson)August 12, 2025
If Gibson is directing, there’s a decent chance we’ll be in the timeline where a lethal weapon movie is best picture quality.
— Henry Jones Jr. (@hnryjonesjr)July 12, 2025
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While Gibson has not returned for the modernMad Maxfilms, he seems to be very happy with the progress ofLethal Weapon 5and the story. The actor is also a great director and ifBraveheartandHacksaw Ridgeare any indication, one can hope for a very entertaining and narratively engagingLethal Weaponfilm.
Flight RiskProducer Praises Upcoming Film With Mark Wahlberg And Mel Gibson
After starring together inDaddy’s Home 2andFather Stu, Mel Gibson is now directing Mark Wahlberg in the upcoming thriller filmFlight Risk. One of the producers of the film Alex Lebovici teased what audiences can expect from the film in an interview withMovieWeb. Lebovici revealed that Gibson was very excited to do the film.
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The producer describedFlight Riskas a zany, wild, and action-packed film, where Wahlberg goes all out in a role that he has never done before. At the same time, the film is very intimate and contained, providing an absolute thrill ride that audiences will enjoy. Lebovici said,
It’s just so zany and wild and action-packed and cool, and Mark is fantastic Flight Risk is definitely different than anything he’s ever done before. It’s very intimate, very contained. It’s just a wild and fun thrill ride, and we’re excited for the world to see that one, too.
In addition to Wahlberg, the film also stars Topher Grace and Michelle Dockery.Flight Riskwill hit theaters on June 28, 2025. Wahlberg has another release this year with Netflix’sThe Unionwhere he stars alongside Halle Barry, which will release on July 03, 2025.
Rahul Thokchom
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Rahul Thokchom is a senior content writer at Fandomwire who is passionate about covering the world of pop culture and entertainment. He has a Masters Degree in English that contributes to the richness and creativity in his works.
