Title: George Clooney Confirms ‘Ocean’s 14’ Budget Approval, Hints at Filming Next Year with Star-Studded Cast
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Hollywood fans have reason to celebrate — George Clooney has officially confirmed that “Ocean’s 14” is moving forward. In a recent interview with E! News, the Oscar-winning actor revealed that the long-rumored sequel has received its budget approval from Warner Bros., paving the way for production to begin as early as next year.
A Reunion of Hollywood’s Finest
Clooney shared that the beloved ensemble from the original Ocean’s trilogy is expected to reunite, including Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Matt Damon, and Don Cheadle. “We just got the budget approved at Warner Bros. and we’re trying to set up,” Clooney confirmed. “It’s just scheduling, so it’s just setting a start date for us. Probably start in about nine or ten months, shooting.”
The actor expressed his excitement about working with his longtime collaborators again, saying, “Yeah, Brad, Matt, Don, and Julia — I had dinner last night with Julia. They’re all still really dear friends. And so, the chance to work together would be fun.”
A Legacy of Style and Success
The Ocean’s franchise began in 2001 with Steven Soderbergh’s “Ocean’s Eleven,” which became an instant classic. With its clever heist plot, sharp humor, and an all-star cast, the film earned over $450 million worldwide. Two sequels followed — “Ocean’s Twelve” (2004) and “Ocean’s Thirteen” (2007) — bringing the total trilogy earnings to more than $1.1 billion globally.
In 2018, the franchise expanded with “Ocean’s 8,” a female-led spinoff starring Sandra Bullock as Debbie Ocean, the sister of Clooney’s character Danny Ocean. The film, featuring Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Rihanna, and Mindy Kaling, continued the series’ tradition of high-profile casting and stylish storytelling, earning nearly $300 million worldwide.
A Fresh Take with Director David Leitch
The upcoming installment will mark a new chapter for the series, with David Leitch — known for “The Fall Guy” and “Bullet Train” — set to direct. Clooney has described the project as built around a “great script,” first teased in 2023. He noted that the story has a different tone, hinting that it might take inspiration from the 1979 heist comedy “Going in Style.”
While Clooney stopped short of confirming the film’s exact title, he did reveal that the story will feature a mix of humor, charm, and the signature wit that made the original films so beloved. “We have a really good script for another Ocean’s now,” he said. “It’s actually a great script.”
What About the Prequel?
Fans should note that “Ocean’s 14” is separate from the previously reported prequel project being developed by filmmaker Jay Roach and writer Carrie Solomon. That film is expected to star “Barbie” duo Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, set against the glamorous backdrop of 1960s Europe.
A Promising Return to Classic Hollywood Fun
As excitement builds, “Ocean’s 14” looks poised to deliver the same mix of style, clever plotting, and chemistry that made the original trilogy a cultural touchstone. With Clooney, Pitt, Roberts, Damon, and Cheadle likely back on screen — and Leitch bringing his dynamic directing flair — the return of Danny Ocean’s crew could mark one of the most anticipated cinematic reunions in years.
If all goes according to schedule, filming could begin in late 2025, setting the stage for a triumphant comeback of one of Hollywood’s slickest heist franchises.