Rebecca Ferguson Discusses Sequel Possibilities for 2017 Oscar-Nominated Film: “Sometimes Things Should Just Be Left”

Rebecca Ferguson has established herself as a versatile talent within the film and television industry, yet her portrayal of Ilsa Faust in the Mission: Impossible franchise has made a significant mark on her career. Ferguson first appeared as the enigmatic character in 2015’s Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation and has since reprised her role in the 2018 and 2023 sequels. Despite her strong association with this franchise, she has also showcased her skills in various remarkable projects throughout her career.

Currently, Ferguson is captivating audiences in the Apple TV+ series Silo. Additionally, her performance as Lady Jessica in the acclaimed films Dune (2021) and the upcoming Dune: Part Two (2024) has further solidified her status as a leading actress. Her filmography also includes notable works like Mike Flanagan’s 2019 film Doctor Sleep, along with her impressive role in a 2017 musical directed by Michael Gracey, which has generated ongoing speculation about a sequel among fans and critics alike.

Rebecca Ferguson Reflects on a Potential Sequel to The Greatest Showman

Ferguson’s Enthusiasm for a Sequel is Less Than Whelming

The explosive opening in The Greatest Showman, featuring PT Barnum (Hugh Jackman) in a red circus outfit, singing with his arms outstretched

In a recent discussion about a possible sequel to The Greatest Showman, Ferguson shared her honest perspectives. The musical, starring Hugh Jackman as P.T. Barnum, details the journey of creating a spectacular stage show that achieved global success. Ferguson’s role as Jenny Lind, a renowned Swedish singer, contributed to the film’s popularity and prestigious Oscar nod for Best Original Song. While there’s no formal confirmation of The Greatest Showman 2, Jackman has expressed interest in returning to the franchise.

During her interview with Collider, Ferguson appeared rather lukewarm about the idea of a sequel. She humorously suggested that the original film stands well as a standalone, even saying she could return in a fundamentally different role. Her playful remarks included:

“No! Stop that. Come on! Sometimes things should just be left — also because I’d be jealous. I feel like my character was kind of cast aside. I’ll come back as a juggler.”

Implications of Ferguson’s Views for The Greatest Showman 2

Hugh Jackman’s Stance on a Potential Sequel

Jenny Lind (Rebecca Ferguson) singing in a white outfit in The Greatest Showman

The original The Greatest Showman, developed with an estimated budget of $84 million, turned into a worldwide box office triumph, grossing around $434 million. Earlier this year, Jackman elaborated on the possibility of a sequel during an interview with E! News, affirming his willingness to return but also hinting that it may take considerable time: “The first one took us eight years. Maybe we started five years ago, and it’s gonna be another nine years. [But] I love that movie, and I loved everything about it. So yeah, I’m open.”

Reuniting on-screen in the 2021 film Reminiscence, which received mixed reviews, Jackman and Ferguson have reminisced about their collaborative successes. However, Ferguson’s apparent lack of enthusiasm for revisiting her character in a potential sequel suggests that while interest exists, a follow-up may lack some key elements surrounding its original cast.

For fans eager for The Greatest Showman 2, the positive news is that the project could still thrive without Ferguson’s involvement, as Jackman’s role remains central to the storyline. Nonetheless, indications imply that should a sequel materialize, it wouldn’t be happening in the immediate future, and Ferguson likely won’t reprise her role as Lind.

Source: Collider

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