Ever since the box-office success of Lucy in 2014—thanks to Scarlett Johansson’s intense performance and Luc Besson’s visionary direction—fans have speculated about a sequel. With the film grossing over $460 million on a modest $40 million budget, it became one of EuropaCorp’s most profitable ventures. However, the original movie’s ending, where Lucy transcends her human form and essentially becomes a digital entity, left little room for a follow-up—so much so that Besson himself once dismissed the idea, saying a sequel “is unlikely” unless a compelling story emerges.

Still, in the years that followed, EuropaCorp seemed eager to explore the potential of Lucy 2. Around 2017, reports surfaced that Besson had completed a script and the company was laying groundwork for the sequel—even as Besson publicly expressed surprise and skepticism about its development. The conflicting signals only fueled fan anticipation and media speculation, with some sources citing a CineEurope presentation in early 2025 referencing Lucy 2 among EuropaCorp’s upcoming projects, although no plot, cast, or release date was confirmed.

Adding to the complexity, Besson explicitly stated in 2024 that he was not involved in any sequel development. In a March interview, he mentioned hearing rumors and joked “Oh? Give me the script,” underscoring his detachment and the uncertainty surrounding the project. Meanwhile, plans for a spin-off series focusing on Professor Samuel Norman (played by Morgan Freeman) are reportedly in development—a creative direction that might sidestep the narrative challenges posed by Lucy’s enigmatic conclusion.

Given this backdrop, Lucy 2 (2025) remains more a hopeful placeholder than a confirmed production. EuropaCorp’s interest, combined with the open narrative ending of the original, leaves the door ajar for creative possibilities—perhaps exploring Lucy’s digital consciousness, new characters discovering similar abilities, or a deeper dive into humanity’s latent potential. However, without official confirmation on plot, cast, or release, the sequel’s future is as fluid as ever.

In the end, anticipation for Lucy 2 reflects the enduring fascination with the first film’s themes and visuals. While official updates are scarce, the notion of revisiting that unique world—where the human mind might transcend physical form—continues to captivate imaginations. Whether it materializes in theatres or on streaming platforms, fans remain eager to explore what comes next in the Lucy universe.