Sicario 3 is moving forward without Taylor Sheridan as current writer, while Josh Brolin says the script is still being shaped before production begins now.

Sicario 3 Moves Ahead Without Taylor Sheridan Writing

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Steven Knight is writing the latest Sicario 3 script, replacing Taylor Sheridan as the current screenwriter while the team continues giving notes and making changes.

Steven Knight Is Now Writing the Sicario 3 Screenplay

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Josh Brolin says the screenplay is still being worked on, with the team in the notes process before filming can finally begin for the sequel.

Josh Brolin Says the Script Still Needs More Work Yet

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Emily Blunt returns as Kate Macer, Benicio del Toro as Alejandro Gillick, and Josh Brolin as Matt Graver, reuniting the three main stars once again.

Emily Blunt and Benicio del Toro Are Returning Again

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Padraic McKinley is attached to direct Sicario 3, and Brolin says the filmmaker has already given strong notes while helping shape the next story carefully.

Padraic McKinley Steps In as the New Sicario 3 Director

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Sicario 3 still has no confirmed filming start, release date, or official plot, because the screenplay remains in development before production can officially move forward.

Filming and Release Dates Are Still Not Confirmed Yet

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What This Big Creative Shift Means for Sicario 3 Fans

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