Universal has lost the rights to the Jason Bourne franchise, which is now being shopped around to other studios. Skydance, Apple, and Netflix have expressed interest in reviving the series. Matt Damon’s involvement remains uncertain.
The goal is to revive the franchise, but it’s unclear if Damon will reprise his role or a reboot will occur. Last year, Edward Berger was set to direct the next installment with Damon, but the project stalled. A proposed sixth film, titled “The Bourne Dilemma,” has also been abandoned.
The Jason Bourne series has grossed $1.64 billion at the global box office, with the first three films establishing a gritty realism in action that influenced the genre for decades to come. The last two films failed to match the excitement of their predecessors. With no clear direction on future projects, Netflix is likely to outbid competitors and acquire the rights if it’s allowed to stream straight-to-market content.
Source: https://www.worldofreel.com/blog/2025/3/20/jason-bourne-franchise-could-be-acquired-by-netflix