The eagerly anticipated World War Z 2 sequel has been officially confirmed by Paramount Pictures, so fans of the 2013 zombie horror will be in for a treat. As humanity faces its biggest crisis to yet, this new installment promises even bigger fights, worldwide fear, and an evolving danger. Brad Pitt will reprise his role as the unrelenting former UN investigator Gerry Lane.

In World War Z 2, the stakes are higher as the zombie virus has mutated, resulting in even faster, more cunning infected that challenge humanity’s remaining strongholds. Picking up after the events of the original film, Gerry Lane is pulled back into action as reports of a new “variant” virus emerge from Asia and quickly spread. This strain is said to possess chilling new capabilities, making it even harder to control or combat. The narrative will explore fresh locales, from high-security bio-labs in Geneva to the overgrown cities of East Asia, with survivors and scientists racing against time.

Brad Pitt leads the cast, reprising his role as Gerry Lane, bringing his gravitas and determination to the front lines again. New cast members include British actress Jodie Comer, who will play a virologist with ties to a potential cure, and Korean actor Ma Dong-seok, who will portray a former military officer now leading a survivor community. Both characters add fresh, dynamic personalities to the ensemble, as each brings critical skills and personal stakes to the battle against the undead.